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The Conversation: Women living with ADHD

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Women living with ADHD

02/10/2023 GMT

BBC World Service - The Conversation, Women living with ADHD

Kim Chakanetsa speaks to two women about attention deficit hyperactivity disorder

Kim Chakanetsa speaks to two experts from Zimbabwe and Singapore about navigating life as women with ADHD.

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) research and diagnosis has historically been male-centric, often overlooking or misdiagnosing women and girls. This gender bias has led to a lack of understanding and support for women with ADHD, perpetuating misconceptions and underrepresentation. Kim Chakanetsa speaks to two women who have the condition to debunk some of the stereotypes associated with ADHD.

Dr Kai Syng Tan is an award-winning artist and academic from Singapore who uses creativity to promote conversations for positive change around neurodiversity. They are currently Associate Professor in Arts and Cultural Leadership University of Southampton.

Dr Jane Sedgwick is a senior lecturer and researcher in adult ADHD and an advanced mental health nurse practitioner. As well as being an ADHD therapist/coach she is an executive board member of the UK Adult ADHD Network. She is originally from Zimbabwe.

Produced by Emily Naylor

(Image: (L) Kai Syng Tan (R) Jane Sedgwick.)

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