CEREBRAL COUNSELING AND CONSULTING
virtual mental health therapy in northern Virginia
ADHD and Girls: What Every Caregiver Should Know
Thu, Oct 16
|Parent Resource Center- PWC
ADHD often looks different in girls—and because of this, many are overlooked or misdiagnosed. This session is ideal for families of school-aged girls, educators, and anyone wanting to better understand and support neurodivergent learners.
Time & Location
Oct 16, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Parent Resource Center- PWC
About the event
Description: ADHD often looks different in girls—and because of this, many are overlooked or misdiagnosed. In this informative and engaging session, Licensed Clinical Social Worker and neurodiversity advocate, Shealyn Clinger will explore how ADHD presents uniquely in girls, the challenges they face in academic and social settings, and the emotional toll of being misunderstood.
Parents and caregivers will gain insights into:
Common signs of ADHD in girls (and why they’re often missed)
The impact of masking, perfectionism, and internalized symptoms
Strategies to support emotional regulation, self-advocacy, and confidence
How to partner with schools and mental health professionals