MENTAL HEALTH
ADHD In Women and Girls
Co-Occurring Conditions
ADHD can have other conditions present alongside it, and these are called comorbid or coexisting conditions. Here are a few conditions related to ADHD:
- Substance abuse
- Anxiety disorders: social anxiety disorder (SAD) or obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
- Sleep and eating disorders: Insomnia, Anorexia, or Bulimia.
- Mood disorders: Bipolar disorder or depression
It’s good to know these conditions as they can look similar to ADHD and make the diagnosis more difficult. However, going to an experienced doctor will help overcome this obstacle.
