ADHD in Women and Girls: A Comprehensive Exploration

Course Overview and Objectives

This is a course designed to delve into the unique challenges, symptoms, and misconceptions surrounding ADHD in females. This course will provide a deep understanding of how ADHD presents differently in women and girls compared to men and boys, and will offer strategies for diagnosis, treatment, and support.

Throughout this course, we will explore the various factors that can contribute to the underdiagnosis and misunderstood of ADHD in females. We will discuss the impact of societal expectations, hormonal influences, and coexisting conditions on the manifestation of ADHD symptoms in women and girls. By the end of this course, participants will have a comprehensive understanding of how ADHD affects females across the lifespan.

Key Lesson Concepts:

  • Unique challenges and symptoms of ADHD in women and girls

  • Factors contributing to underdiagnosis and misconceptions

  • Strategies for diagnosis, treatment, and support

This pre-recorded ADHD in Women and Girls course is available for a one-time fee of $75 and includes unlimited access to the full recording and all course materials. Upon completing the course quiz and post-course evaluation, participants will receive their CE certificate. The training earns 3 CEUs and may be applied toward general or cultural competency requirements. All CEUs meet Texas’ 50% approved-provider requirement.

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Meet the Instructor

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Jessica Eiseman, MS, LPC-S, NCC
Founder of Mental Vitamins™ | Clinical Director at Room for Change Houston

Jessica is a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor in Texas and a Nationally Board Certified Counselor with over 14 years of experience in the mental health field. She has supervised dozens of counseling associates and graduate students, led trainings for legal and mental health professionals, and spoken nationally on trauma, burnout, ADHD, and systemic barriers in mental health.

Her teaching style blends clinical expertise with warmth, humor, and authenticity. Jessica believes learning should feel both practical and human—giving you tools you can apply right away while also inviting reflection, growth, and resilience.

Through Mental Vitamins™, she transforms her experience as a therapist, supervisor, and speaker into accessible courses and resources designed to nourish your professional development and personal well-being—one dose at a time.

As the lead instructor for this course, I bring a unique perspective to the topic of ADHD in women and girls. I was diagnosed with ADHD at a young age and have since navigated the challenges and triumphs that come with this condition. Through my personal and professional experiences, I have gained valuable insights into the complexities of ADHD in females, and I am committed to sharing this knowledge with you.

Throughout this course, we will explore the various ways in which ADHD presents in women and girls, including the differences in symptoms, diagnostic challenges, and potential treatment options. We will also discuss the impact of ADHD on daily life, relationships, and overall well-being. By the end of this course, you will have a comprehensive understanding of ADHD in females and be equipped with the tools to manage the condition effectively.