Neurodiversity in women - support available

Women are far less likely to be diagnosed with autism, ADHD, bipolar etc then men are. Most men get diagnosed in early childhood, whilst women are often left undiagnosed until their late teens, far into their adult life or even not at all. This is mainly because women present their symptoms differently than men, i.e. most girls with ADHD are reserved since their “hyper-activity” happens internally. However, women are more likely to mask their traits all their life, even if they don’t realise they are doing it. Masking involves purposely restraining your autistic traits to feel more accepted in society, and it’s something women do more than men due to societal expectations.

Having children that are presenting neurodivergent traits can also be a struggle, wanting to help your child understand themselves when you may barley understand yourself can be quite daunting.

Here at Tomorrow’s women, we have a group called the Neurodiversity Support Group, it is put in place to help women who may be struggling to get diagnosed with whatever it is they suspect they have, or if they are diagnosed to help understand themselves better. The environment is friendly and informal, allowing you a safe space to get whatever you need off your chest.

It is especially popular with parents of neurodiverse children, we can help with any questions about getting your child diagnosed if you suspect them to be neurodiverse, as well as going through the traits they are presenting. Please keep in mind that we are an 18+ centre, meaning you will be unable to bring your child with you to the group.

Neurodiversity Support Group is held every Tuesday at 11AM and is led by our Empowerment Advisor Farah. Please consider coming, it is a lovely environment with like-minded people.