ADHD Experts Podcast 409- Mental Health Out Loud: How to De-escalate Explosive Stress Reactions
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Jul 1, 2022 AI Snips
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Emotional Dysregulation in ADHD
- Emotional dysregulation is a core impairment in ADHD affecting almost everyone's life with the diagnosis.
- De-escalation aims to help the person regain calmness so reason and constructive communication can resume.
Handling Explosive Anger Episodes
- Use gentle physical constraint like hugging for younger children during explosive anger episodes.
- Avoid reasoning during the episode; wait till emotions regulate before constructive communication.
Prioritize Safety and Calmness
- First ensure your own safety; if threatened, leave the situation immediately.
- Stay calm and rational before trying to help the overwhelmed child or adult.