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How ADHD and Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria are linked

How ADHD and Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria are linked

Summary

The article explains the connection between ADHD, a condition that affects attention and behavior, and Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD), which involves intense emotional pain related to feeling rejected or criticized. Dr. Sasha Hamdani, a psychiatrist who specializes in ADHD, discusses how these two conditions are linked.

Key Facts

  • ADHD stands for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder.
  • Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD) causes strong feelings of emotional pain when a person feels rejected or criticized.
  • People with ADHD often experience RSD.
  • Dr. Sasha Hamdani is a psychiatrist who specializes in ADHD.
  • The discussion took place on the CBS Mornings show.
  • RSD is not a formal medical diagnosis but is recognized as a condition related to emotional sensitivity in ADHD.
  • Understanding the link between ADHD and RSD can help people get better support and treatment.
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