Autism and neurodiversity across the lifespan

Equal, evidence based, and timely interventions are at the core of sustainable and effective health care. However, girls and women with ADHD are an underserved group presenting with significant comorbidity, polypharmacy, and considerable health care utilisation. Predictable hormonal fluctuations across the female reproductive life are intimately associated with mental health outcomes. Gender bias and inadequate knowledge of biological sex differences create barriers which lead to long-term consequences for girls and women with ADHD.

Early detection, correct diagnosis and adequate treatment is crucial to prevent the wide range of adverse outcomes associated with ADHD. Hormonal fluctuations across the female reproductive life and menstrual cycle creates predictable phases of vulnerability for mental health.

This webinar will provide participants with an overview of research evidence, with the aim of supporting practitioners to bring this understanding into mental health and wellbeing formulation and treatment planning.