Managing strong emotions can be especially challenging for adults with ADHD, who often experience more intense feelings and difficulty regulating them. Emotional dysregulation—linked to impulsivity, sensitivity to criticism, and overwhelm—is a common but underrecognized part of ADHD. Research shows that differences in brain activity contribute to this reactivity, but there are ways to improve emotional balance. Learn how understanding your nervous system, practicing somatic techniques like EFT tapping, and working with an ADHD-informed therapist can help you move from emotional chaos to calm and connection.

Feeling Overwhelmed? You are not alone! If you have ADHD you may feel overwhelmed at times, perhaps more often than your neurotypical friends or family members. This feeling of overwhelm can show up as emotional reactivity, difficulty managing tasks and keeping track of time, and even a feeling of shutdown or mental paralysis. Sound familiar?