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Ana Jaks, an illustrator from Bristol, was diagnosed with ADHD at the age of 27. She is now part of a campaign called Staring Back At Me, which aims to combat the stigma around ADHD, particularly among women and non-binary people. Ana has designed illustrations for the lining on suit jackets as part of the campaign, representing the invisible nature of ADHD in the workplace.
Before her diagnosis, Ana felt she had to “mask” her condition while at work, which only exacerbated her symptoms. She hopes other women with ADHD will not fear being seen and that this campaign will show the strengths someone with ADHD can bring to the workplace. Approximately 50-75% of women remain undiagnosed, and there is still a lack of understanding of the condition, according to Professor Amanda Kirby, chair of the ADHD Foundation.
ADHD is a neurodevelopment condition that can cause differences in the way people think, learn, process, and behave. Research shows that women are consistently under-diagnosed in childhood. ADHD symptoms present differently in girls and boys, with girls exhibiting more “internalised” symptoms such as distraction, disorganization, and forgetfulness. Adults with ADHD may find they have problems with organization and time management, following instructions, focusing and completing tasks, coping with stress, feeling restless or impatient, impulsiveness and risk-taking, and issues with relationships or social interaction.
Ana first noticed her symptoms at school when she found that she was overly-distracted and impulsive. She dropped out of her A-Levels as she struggled with anxiety and depression. After being diagnosed with ADHD, she felt a sense of relief but also grief for the difficulties she had experienced. Since her diagnosis, Ana has found that prioritizing sleep, daily exercise, and spending time outdoors have helped with her ADHD. She said she now feels better-equipped to understand her mind and communicate her needs
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