Inside the Pickle Jar: Connecting with the Spectrum
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Inside the Pickle Jar: Connecting with the Spectrum
Why You Have Big Feelings
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The Brain Science Behind Emotional Dysregulation and 9 Skills That Actually Help
This episode explores the neuroscience behind emotional dysregulation in ADHD, emphasizing understanding, compassion, and practical skills to manage intense emotions effectively.
Key Topics
- Neuroscience of ADHD and emotional regulation
- Impact of dopamine and norepinephrine on emotions
- The role of the prefrontal cortex and amygdala
- Rejection sensitivity and emotional stickiness
- Practical skills for emotional regulation
Takeaways
- Emotional dysregulation in ADHD is rooted in brain wiring, not character flaws.
- The prefrontal cortex develops later in ADHD, affecting impulse control and regulation.
- Using external supports and systems can help manage emotional responses.
- Naming emotions activates the regulation part of the brain.
- Simple, ADHD-friendly skills like grounding and the stop skill are effective.
Sources: Based on Emma McAdam / Therapy in a Nutshell — 'Why ADHD Makes Emotions So Intense'
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