Tag: Women's health

Having a child is a huge transition and brings changes for the entire family. This time of transition is often difficult for all members of the family, but is further complicated when PMADs enter the picture. PMADs stands for Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders and encompasses diagnoses of depression, anxiety, PTSD, OCD, and postpartum psychosis. Symptoms can occur at any point during pregnancy and within the first 12 months after childbirth, so it is important to continually be on the lookout for changes. PMADs impact 1 in 5 women and are the number one complication of childbearing. Research is also showing that PMADs can occur in around 10% of fathers, and this number can increase if the mother is experiencing symptoms. The good news is that there is help. Postpartum Support International believes that, “You are not alone. You are not to blame. With help, you will be well.”

The first step in that process is knowing what to look out for. O ...

ADHD in Women

Attention is complicated, and it can be even more complicated when you have attention-deficit hyperactive disorder (ADHD). This mental health diagnosis has been a buzzword as of late. Recently there has been an increase in diagnosis, especially amongst women. Since ADHD in women has not been as researched in the past as much as men and children, the amount of resources for women who are experiencing ADHD are sparse. However, there has been an increase in awareness within women and ADHD, which I find hopeful. Although some might find it problematic, one of the contributing factors to this awareness has been social media, specifically TikTok.

The TikTok platform has made it easy and convenient to share our experiences. Offering validation for shared experiences and comfort that we are not a ...