Are Your Kid’s Meltdowns a Sign of Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria?

If you’ve noticed that your child is exhibiting sudden emotional outbursts, crying, or even aggressive behavior when they feel rejected or criticized—often leading to social isolation—it’s possible that they are affected by Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD).

ADHD and The Imposter Syndrome: Fighting the Feeling that You Are Never Enough

Does this scenario resonate with you? THEM: What a bang-up job you did in the meeting today! So smart the way you handled that. YOU: Oh, it was just luck that I happened to have that info. TO YOURSELF: (Wow, dodged another bullet. One of these days they are going to find out how much I actually stink at this.)

“The Unspoken Truths of Postpartum Depression: Help for Women With and Without ADHD” [Video Replay & Podcast #470]

Pregnancy and childbirth are life-altering events, and it is not uncommon for postpartum mood disturbances to impact the mental health of new mothers. Studies suggest that ADHD increases the risk for experiencing postpartum mood disorders (PPMD), a form of postpartum depression (PPD), which are often triggered by dramatic hormonal fluctuations, inadequate sleep, and the new and relentless demands of caring for an infant. Postpartum symptoms may also exacerbate ADHD symptoms in some women and can impact the wellbeing of the entire family.

How Alabama Residents can Support Each Other Through ADHD Medication Shortage

Alabama is still experiencing a shortage in medicine used to treat one of the most common neuro-developmental disorders. Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder or ADHD is a common condition that is shown through inattention, hyperactivity and sometimes, impulsivity.

I-Team: What’s leading to ADHD drug shortage?

A sharp increase in ADHD diagnoses during the pandemic has led to a nationwide medication shortage that is impacting families here in western Massachusetts. The shortage is forcing pharmacists to get creative with dosing and parents to scramble while kids are trying desperately to keep it together. The 22News I-Team looked into what’s causing the shortage and how families are coping. The ADHD medication shortage means moms, like Lauren Harris of South Hadley, are spending a lot more time on the phone and in the car finding the ADHD medication her kids need became like a second job.

Halloween can be tough for children with ADHD — and their parents. There is so much stimulation, unknowns, safety rules, unexpected transitions and waaayyyy too much sugar candy. How can you help your child enjoy the holiday without meltdowns or having to have the fun curtailed?