ADHD

ADHD or Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder. It's a neurodevelopmental condition that affects both children and adults. People with ADHD often have differences in brain activity and development that affect attention, self-control, and behaviour. ADHD can run in families, and studies indicate that genes may play a role.There are three main types of ADHD but it can manifest in various ways, with some individuals primarily experiencing inattentive symptoms, others hyperactive-impulsive symptoms, and some a combination of both.

 

•Inattentive type (formerly called ADD)

Trouble paying attention

Easily distracted

Frequently forgetful or disorganised

May appear daydreamy or lose focus easily

 

•Hyperactive-impulsive type:

Fidgeting or inability to stay seated

Excessive talkingoInterrupting others

Acting without thinking

 

•Combined type:

Symptoms of both Inattentive and Hyperactive-impulsive type

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ADHD symptoms may include:

 

• Impulsiveness

• Disorganization and problems prioritizing

• Poor time sense of time 

• Problems focusing on a task

• Trouble multitasking

• Excessive activity or restlessness

• Poor planning

• Low frustration tolerance

• Frequent mood swings

• Problems following through and completing tasks

• Hot temper

• Trouble coping with stress

• Forgetfulness 

• Lack of object permanence 

• Hyperfocus – unable to focus 

• Person of specific interest 

• Difficulty following details 

• Short term memory difficulties 

• Seeking dopamine 

• Poor self esteem 

• Friendship issues 

• Emotionally reactive 

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Adults with ADHD may struggle with daily tasks, relationships, and work. These challenges can lead to feelings of frustration and underachievement. They may struggle to manage their time, stay on top of their finances, meet deadlines, and maintain stable home and social lives. But on the other hand an adhd adult maybe able to accept themselves and flourish embracing there ADHD traits as a super power and accepting that their life may not look the same as others' lives but maybe theirs is more fulfilling. 

 

The Four F’s of ADHD are:

1.Forgetfulness: Individuals with ADHD often struggle with forgetfulness, which can include forgetting appointments, tasks, or obligations

2.Fidgeting: This refers to the tendency to be constantly moving or unable to sit still, especially in situations where it’s expected to be calm and focused

3.Frustration: People with ADHD may experience frustration due to difficulties in concentration, organisation, or completing tasks

4.Failure To Finish: This refers to the tendency to start tasks but have difficulty completing them, often jumping from one task to another without finishing any of them.

 

ADHD Meltdown

An ADHD meltdown is an intense emotional and behavioural response to feeling overwhelmed or stressed, often triggered by sensory overload, transitions, or difficulty regulating emotions. It can manifest as a sudden outburst of yelling, crying, or even physical aggression towards objects or people, or conversely, as withdrawal and shutting down.

 

RSD

 

Rejection sensitive dysphoria

(RSD) is when you experience severe emotional pain because of a failure or feeling rejected.

This condition is linked to ADHD and experts suspect it happens due to differences in brain structure. Those differences mean your brain can’t regulate rejection-related emotions and behaviours, making them much more intense.

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Positives of ADHD

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• Creative, imaginative 

• Compassionate

• Hyper focus 

• Multitasking 

• Resilience and adaptability 

• Strong mortal compass, fairness 

• Problem solving, out of the box thinking 

• Fun, funny 

• Determination

• Observation 

• Laser focus 

• Endless energy

• Zest for life

• Acceptance of difference 

• People person

• Generosity and empathy 

• Willing to take a chance 

• Spontaneous 

• Engaging conversation

• Motivation 

• Quick decision making 

• Passion and enthusiasm

• Unique perspective