ADHD Research Recap: Emotional dysregulation, white matter and working from home
Oct 23, 2023
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This podcast explores the long-lasting impact of working from home during COVID-19 on ADHD individuals. They discuss emotional dysregulation, its association with ADHD, and factors contributing to it. The podcast also delves into white matter alterations in the ADHD brain, highlighting the significance of white matter and the potential for personalized treatments in the future.
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Quick takeaways
Emotional dysregulation is a significant challenge for adults with ADHD, influenced by factors such as gender, self-regulation strategies, and comorbidities.
Individuals with ADHD display altered white matter connections in the brain, highlighting the potential for personalized treatments targeting specific alterations.
Deep dives
Understanding Emotional Dysregulation in Adults with ADHD
This scoping review explores the factors associated with emotional dysregulation in adults with ADHD. The study highlights the struggles that individuals with ADHD face in managing and maintaining their emotions. It identifies specific factors such as gender, self-regulation strategies, and comorbidities that are commonly associated with higher levels of emotional dysregulation in ADHD adults. The study also acknowledges the limitations in measuring emotional dysregulation and ADHD across different studies, showcasing the need for a standardized approach. The findings emphasize the importance of developing tailored strategies to help individuals with ADHD effectively regulate their emotions and improve their overall well-being.
White Matter Alterations in ADHD: Insights from Brain Imaging
This systematic review of 129 brain imaging studies investigates the differences in white matter nerve fiber connections between individuals with ADHD and those without ADHD. The research reveals significant white matter differences across various regions of the brain, indicating altered communication and information exchange among brain areas in individuals with ADHD. The study emphasizes the potential for future investigations to use imaging techniques to better understand the distinct brain functioning in ADHD. The findings suggest the possibility of developing personalized treatment approaches that target specific white matter alterations associated with ADHD.
The Effects of Working from Home during COVID-19 for Individuals with Undiagnosed ADHD Symptoms
This study conducted in Japan explores the impact of working from home during the COVID-19 pandemic on individuals with undiagnosed ADHD symptoms. The research examines the association between remote work, depressive symptoms, work productivity, and quality of life. The findings reveal lower productivity and quality of life among individuals with ADHD symptoms who worked from home during the pandemic. Interestingly, it indicates that working from home may have led to a decrease in depressive symptoms for individuals with ADHD symptoms but an increase in depressive symptoms for those without ADHD symptoms. The study suggests the need for further research to understand the complex factors influencing the effects of remote work on individuals with ADHD symptoms.
Did the pandemic impact how you work today? This week, Sarah and Skye take a look at the long-lasting legacy of working from home during COVID-19, take a deep dive into emotional dysregulation, and look into the white matter and inner workings of the ADHD brain. Hit play and let’s get into it!
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