MissUnderstood: The ADHD in Women Channel Sorry, I Missed This: ADHD impulsivity and saying yes to sex too fast
Nov 20, 2025
In this engaging discussion, Dr. Ari Tuckman, a psychologist and ADHD expert, dives into the intriguing relationship between ADHD, impulsivity, and intimacy. They explore how impulsive decisions around sex can lead to regret and the importance of consent. Ari offers insights on emotional regulation, breaking down shame versus embarrassment, and emphasizes the need for self-awareness in minimizing rash choices. The conversation encourages curiosity and compassion in navigating sexual experiences, allowing listeners to learn and grow from their encounters.
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Sex Amplifies Impulsive Leaps
- Impulsivity is acting without pausing, which sex amplifies because it's high stimulation.
- ADHD makes it easier to leap into sexy or risky decisions and later feel differently about them.
Tell Partners About Your Yes-Pattern
- Know your patterns and tell partners when you often say yes too quickly so they can check in.
- Encourage simple prompts like 'are you sure?' to give you a chance to pause and reconsider.
Debrief Regret With Compassion
- After a regrettable experience, ask what you learned and what you wouldn't do again.
- Treat the outcome with self-compassion and extract actionable insights for next time.