RSD and ADHD – What is rejection sensitive dysphoria, and why does rejection hurt more than it should?
Rejection sensitive dysphoria (RSD) is when someone (often those with ADHD) experiences extreme emotional sensitivity and pain triggered by the perception that they have been rejected or criticised. The reaction to it is often described as unbearable fear (a response to the here and now), shame and/or anxiety (worries about the future).
So, what do you do if RSD strikes? And how do you prevent it from happening in the future? Dive into this article as we dig deep into why RSD happens and what you can do to recover and lessen those feelings in the futue.
Job Coaching Vs Therapy – And what you could get through Access to Work
Coaching and therapy can help you live a more fulfilling life, the circumstances and focus of each are very different.
Coaching concentrates on achieving goals and problem-solving in the here and now, often centring around optimising your performance at work or in business. Therapy focuses on your psychological, emotional and mental health (including things like anxiety and depression).
Being clear on the difference between the two roles will help you decide which path is right for you. Read this article to find out more.