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By  at PsychCentral.com

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) can take a heavy toll on women’s lives. Everything from the seemingly minute (such as arriving on time) to the very significant (raising kids) becomes more challenging. Add to that a co-occurring disorder, such asdepression or anxiety, and just getting through the day is utterly exhausting.

But while ADHD comes with a variety of obstacles, there are just as many solutions to help you manage symptoms and lead a satisfying life.

Terry Matlen, ACSW, is a psychotherapist and author of the book Survival Tips for Women with ADHD.

Matlen also has ADHD. Below, she discusses the most common problems, along with strategies to try.

Read more at PsychCentral .