Thread by @ThinckFinck

Things ADHD people wish were more well known about ADHD & Emotions.

1) EMOTIONAL FLOODING
A momentary emotion that takes up ALL space and energy.

Sometimes it’s,,,
•a single, all-consuming emotion

•a disorienting undefinable cloud or haze

•like a foot on my throat or chest

2) FLASH EMOTIONS

ADHD people can be blindsided when emotions change at lightning speed, without time to reflect, think or feel.

We often take actions or express emotion with NO FILTER, when this happens.

#ADHDAwarenessMonth

3) Highly Sensitive Persons

Emotional Intensity, Hypersensitivity,
& Responsiveness

ADHD people tend to be highly sensitive & responsive to their environments.

This often gives rise to unusual levels of emotional intensity, enthusiasm, and/or sense of intuition.

4) ALEXITHYMIA

Inability to identify and describe emotions experienced by one's self.

#ADHDAwarenessMonth

5) Persistent Feelings of GUILT &/or SHAME

Shame is a focus on self,

Guilt is a focus on behavior.

Shame is "I am bad."

Guilt is "I did something bad."

#quote
－@BreneBrown

6) Rejection Sensitivity Dysphoria (RSD)

Extreme emotional sensitivity to being criticized or rejected, whether real or perceived.

May include things like:
• low self-esteem
• avoidance of social settings
• high expectations for self
• approval-seeking behavior
• etc.

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