Charlotte Fess, LMFT

“I found myself in abusive relationships, unable to reach my potential or find satisfaction in my work. I’m learning now how my ADHD affected the trajectory of my life and finding myself in these situations,” one respondent said.

"Another survey respondent shared, “I have struggled my whole life to get ahead, get organized, and be financially stable. While it’s a relief to get a diagnosis, I’m also experiencing a lot of grief. Life could have been different had I gotten this diagnosis and the correct support earlier.”

Study: Women with Undiagnosed ADHD Suffer Poor Self-Esteem, Mental Health Living with undiagnosed ADHD in childhood profoundly impacts self-esteem, mental health, well-being, and relationships; a diagnosis improves self-acceptance, according to new research on women.