Resources for Females in Australia with ADHD

🌸 1. Peer Support & Community Groups

💬 ADHD Women’s Support Australia (Facebook)

A large, active online community for women with ADHD (diagnosed or self-identifying).
Safe space to discuss symptoms, medication, relationships, masking, parenting, etc.
Search “ADHD Women’s Support Australia” on Facebook to join.

👩‍💻 ADHD Australia – Women’s Hub

Offers stories, articles, and webinars focused on the female experience of ADHD.
Covers late diagnosis, hormonal links, mental health, and executive functioning.
🌐 adhdaustralia.org.au

🧠 2. Diagnosis and Clinical Support (Female-Focused)

🧑‍⚕️ ADHD WA (Western Australia)

Provides specialist ADHD assessments, including for adult women.
Hosts events and webinars tailored to gender-specific ADHD traits.
🌐 adhdwa.org

🧠 The Indigo Project (NSW & Online)

Therapy practice experienced in treating ADHD in women.
Focus on neurodivergent-affirming therapy, identity, and emotional regulation.

📚 3. Education & Advocacy

🧩 ADHD Foundation Australia

Offers webinars, toolkits, and a helpline with gender-inclusive support.
Runs awareness campaigns highlighting how ADHD differs in women.
🌐 adhdfoundation.org.au

🎓 Raising Awareness of Women with ADHD (RAW ADHD)

Advocacy group focused on improving understanding of how ADHD affects women.
Supports education professionals and healthcare workers to better spot signs in girls.

📖 4. Books & Podcasts by/for ADHD Women

📘 Recommended Reads

“A Radical Guide for Women with ADHD” by Sari Solden & Michelle Frank
“Your Brain’s Not Broken” by Tamara Rosier
“Divergent Mind” by Jenara Nerenberg

🎧 Top Podcasts

ADHD Chatter (Australia)
The ADHD Women’s Wellbeing Podcast
Hacking Your ADHD (covers both genders, but very practical)

🌐 5. Online Tools and Trackers

📲 MyADHD App (by ADHD Australia)

Useful for tracking symptoms, appointments, and meds.
Helps women articulate ADHD traits during assessments, especially if masking is present.

📄 Self-Assessment Tools

Online adult ADHD checklists (e.g., ASRS) are good starting points — but not diagnostic.
Look for gender-sensitive phrasing like emotional dysregulation, internalized hyperactivity, or executive burnout.

☎️ 7. Helplines & Support Services

ADHD Australia Inquiry Line: info@adhdaustralia.org.au
NDIS Support (if eligible): 1800 800 110
Healthdirect: 1800 022 222 — for GP / Psychiatrist referrals

ADHD Australia is a lead, authoritative, informed and connected organisation at the forefront of creating systemic change for those living with ADHD.

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I would like to receive Appointment Reminders by SMS
I would like to be added to the cancellation list
I would like a copy of my registration details emailed to me after I submit the form

Description	Fee (AUD)	Medicare Rebate (AUD)	Out of pocket
Follow-up appointment with a psychiatrist – standard	$250.00	$85.00	$165.00
Follow-up appointment with a psychiatrist – extended	$350.00	$130.85	$219.15
Follow-up appointment with a psychiatrist – long	$600.00	$180.55	$419.45
Script outside of appointment	$60.00	-	$60.00
Letter for travel or confirmation of medication	$44.00	-	$44.00
Letter to third party	Varies	-	Varies

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Have you ever been diagnosed with any major mental condition such as Schizophrenia or Bipolar Affective Disorder?
Have you been diagnosed with personality Disorder?
Have you ever been diagnosed with Anorexia Nervosa and currently experiencing problems maintaining weight?
Have you ever attempted suicide?
Have you been admitted to a psychiatric hospital?
Have you ever received treatment for substance use
Do you currently use any illicit substances, including cannabis prescribed and non-prescribed?
In the last 12 months, have you been taking medication for ADHD?
Do you drink alcohol excessively?
Do you have history of violence or legal problems?
Is anyone from your family attending Mind and Brain Clinic?

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Have you had TMS before?
Are you aged 18 or above?
Have you been diagnosed with Depression?
Have you ever been treated with antidepressants?
Have you ever had psychological treatment?
Have you ever received treatment for substance use
Have you ever been diagnosed with Epilepsy?

Resources for Females in Australia with ADHD

M&B Form 029 Letter Request

M&B Form 028 Document Upload

M&B Form 027 Script Request

M&B Form 004 - Preauthorization

M&B Form 003 Registration

ADHD Assessment and Treatment Process

Step 1 – Intake Appointment with Psychologist (In-Clinic)

Step 2 – Rating Scales, Questionnaires, and Urine Drug Screening

Step 3 – Psychiatrist Appointment (In-Clinic)

Follow-Up Appointments

Fees

Adult Autism Assessment

1. Purpose of the Assessment

2. Assessment Components

3. Referral Requirements

4. Guidelines and Best Practice

5. Duration and Cost

6. Outcomes

Combined Autism (ASD) and ADHD Assessment

Financial Disclosure

ADHD Assessment Fee Schedule

7. Payment Summary

Combined Assessment Fee Schedule

Patient Consent to Collect & Disclose Information

Collection

Use and Disclosure

Access

M&B Form 002 Referral Upload

GP Details

Questionairre

M&B Form 030 Appointment Request