ADHD Chatter BITESIZE | 3 Tips to Improve Emotional Regulation & Stop Repressing Emotions | Dr Mark Rackley
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Dec 21, 2024 
Dr. Mark Rackley, a leading psychologist specializing in ADHD, shares invaluable insights on emotional regulation. He discusses the impact of emotional repression on health and emphasizes the need for expression, especially for those with ADHD. The conversation delves into challenges like shame and rejection sensitivity, offering strategies for self-awareness and managing dysregulation. Dr. Rackley also provides practical tips for handling overwhelming situations, such as utilizing breaks and music to regain control and focus.
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Cost of Repressed Emotions
- Repressed emotions can negatively impact physical health, manifesting as migraines, skin issues, or gut problems.
- These physical symptoms often lack an organic cause and stem from trapped emotions.
Shame in ADHD
- Shame is a pervasive negative emotion affecting self-worth, leading to feelings of inadequacy and hopelessness.
- In ADHD, chronic shame can increase suicidal thoughts.
Shame and Rejection Sensitivity
- Rejection sensitivity (RSD) in ADHD creates a fear of judgment and negative treatment.
- This fear, combined with shame, makes it difficult to seek help or share struggles.