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Deep Dive into Dopamine [Research Recap]

The ADHD Skills Lab

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Transform Stress into Motivation

Catecholamines, which include dopamine, norepinephrine, and epinephrine, are key neurotransmitters linked to stress responses. In the context of ADHD, there's a distinction in how these neurotransmitters function. Instead of dopamine being converted into motivation, it can be converted into norepinephrine due to stress triggers. This misallocation leads to feelings of overwhelm rather than positivity. An optimal response would involve dopamine fostering motivation, empowering individuals to tackle tasks like sending an email, instead of amplifying stress and indecision.

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