“All the Feels: An ADHD Guide to Emotional Dysregulation and Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria” [podcast episode #259]

People with ADHD feel emotions more intensely, more frequently, and more suddenly. In fact, one third of adults with ADHD name this as the most impairing aspect of the condition. Tune in to learn more about out-of-control emotions from William W. Dodson, M.D.

By William Dodson, M.D., LF-APA Verified Updated on April 27, 2022

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People with ADHD feel emotions more intensely, more frequently, and more suddenly. For many, emotional dysregulation is one of the most challenging core symptoms of ADHD to manage. In fact, one third of adults with ADHD say the inability to manage their emotions is the most impairing aspect of their ADHD, adversely affecting work performance and personal relationships.

Among the biggest emotional challenges facing adults with ADHD is Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria, an extreme sensitivity to criticism and judgment that seems to exist only in those diagnosed with the disorder. The good news is that certain ADHD medications can relieve RSD for about half of people diagnosed with it.

Listener testimonials:

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William W. Dodson, M.D., is a member of the ADDitude ADHD Medical Review Panel.

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