Researcher
Dr. Ellen Littman
ADHD Researcher & Women's Health Expert
“Proper screening is essential—especially for women who have been overlooked for far too long.”
About
Pioneer in understanding ADHD in women and girls. Her research helped identify how ADHD presents differently in females and the importance of proper diagnosis and treatment.
Dr. Ellen Littman is a clinical psychologist and pioneer in understanding how ADHD manifests differently in women and girls. Her groundbreaking research has been instrumental in identifying why ADHD is often missed or misdiagnosed in females, leading to better recognition and treatment. Dr. Littman's work has helped countless women finally understand their experiences and receive appropriate support.
Key Achievements
- •Research on ADHD in women and girls
- •Author of 'Understanding Girls with ADHD'
- •Expert on gender differences in ADHD presentation
- •Advocate for better recognition of ADHD in females
Notable Work
- ✓Research on gender differences in ADHD presentation
- ✓ADHD in women across the lifespan
- ✓Hormonal influences on ADHD symptoms
Publications
- 📚Understanding Girls with ADHD: How They Feel and Why They Do What They Do
- 📚Understanding Girls with ADHD: Updated and Revised (2nd Edition)
Education
- 🎓Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology
- 🎓Specialized Training in ADHD and Women's Health
Affiliations
- 🏛️Clinical Psychologist, Private Practice
- 🏛️ADHD Researcher and Consultant
- 🏛️Expert in Women's ADHD
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