Historically, Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) has been widely misunderstood as a condition that primarily affects young boys. This misconception has led to widespread underdiagnosis and misdiagnosis in women, many of whom struggle with the disorder well into adulthood without understanding the root cause of their challenges.

Unlike the hyperactive and impulsive symptoms commonly associated with ADHD in boys, women with ADHD often exhibit inattentiveness, emotional dysregulation, and difficulties with organization and executive functioning. However, these symptoms are frequently mistaken for anxiety, depression, or personality traits rather than being recognized as part of ADHD.

As a result, many women do not receive an accurate diagnosis until much later in life - if at all. This blog delves into the unique ways ADHD manifests in women, the impact of late diagnosis, and strategies for managing the condition effectively.

Finding a therapist is easy, but finding the right therapist can be very hard. We strive to streamline the process for our incoming clients so they can find the best therapist for them, whether they are coping with fertility challenges, adjusting to postpartum, grieving a loss, or working on relationships.

At The Well Parents Centre, we also have the ability to help match clients with the most appropriate therapist on our team based on provider type, availability, therapy approach and even lived experience and personality factors.

Jaquie Dason discusses matrescense, a term coined to encompass the multifaceted transformations that occur when a woman becomes a mother.

Dr Jillian Satin registered Clinical and Health Psychologist talks about herself, and her passion for perinatal mental health which began in graduate school at The University of British Columbia.

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What is the diference between psychotherapists, psychologists, and social workers?

Dr. Arela Agako, Registered Psychologist with special interest in Dialectical Behavioural Therapy and Perinatal Mental Health, provides coping skills for managing emotions.

Asking team members of the team for words of encouragement for people going through the various reproductive stages.

Asking team members of the team for words of encouragement for people going through the various reproductive stages - Pregnancy