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OBJECTIVE The aim of research is to provide greater understanding of ADHD in adult females by exploring first-hand experiences of female university students with ADHD in the UK, and the impact of such experiences on social, academic, and psychological functioning. METHODS Semi-structured interviews were conducted with eight adult women attending university in the UK-all clinically diagnosed with ADHD during adulthood. RESULTS Participants experiences were rich and insightful, identifying that many women with ADHD experience stigmatization and social discrimination, amongst other social, academic, and psychological difficulties. CONCLUSION Overall, the research identifies the pressing need for greater understanding and appreciation of ADHD in females, particularly amongst health professionals.