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Losing a job is destabilizing for anyone, but for adults who are laid off with ADHD, the experience can hit with extra force. The sudden loss of structure, identity, income, and routine, combined with ADHD-related challenges like rejection sensitivity (RSD) , emotional dysregulation , and difficulty shifting attention, can feel like the bottom drops out from under you. If you’ve just been laid off, or fear one may be coming, take heart: this moment does not define you, and t

Have you ever felt overwhelmed, stuck, or on edge without knowing exactly why? For many people, especially those with ADHD, emotions can feel like a fast-moving current. You are swept up in frustration, shame, guilt, or anxiety before you have had a chance to stop and ask: What am I actually feeling? Emotion recognition in ADHD refers to the ability to identify and name what you are feeling in the moment. This is where emotional recognition becomes an essential skill. When yo

The holiday season can be joyful, but it can also feel intense when you live with ADHD. Many adults experience ADHD hypersensitivity, which can make loud gatherings, crowded spaces, and emotional family dynamics feel overwhelming. If you notice yourself reacting more strongly this time of year, you’re not imagining it. Your brain is processing more input than usual. Let’s take a closer look at why this happens and how you can move through the season with more ease. Why Holi

The winter season can quietly shift the way your brain functions. Shorter days, colder weather, and holiday disruptions often affect how consistently you sleep, move, and regulate emotions. For adults with ADHD, those changes can feel sharper: energy dips faster, routines fall apart, and overwhelm or anxiety, become harder to shake. You’re not imagining it. There are real, brain-based reasons winter hits harder. Why Winter Can Feel More Intense for ADHD Brains Reduced sunligh

For people with Attention‑Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), the threat of a layoff isn’t simply about losing a job. It can trigger deep emotional pain, shame, and feelings of worthlessness, especially when you also experience Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD). When your nervous system is already wired to detect rejection and threat, a layoff rumor or unexpected job shift can feel like a personal attack. We’ve talked about RSD before in depth; see our posts   “Understan

The end of the year can feel like a marathon of emotions; wrapping up projects at work, managing school events and after-school activities, planning for the holidays, and navigating financial pressure. For adults with ADHD, that combination of shifting priorities and emotional intensity can make focus and follow-through feel harder than ever. That’s why we hosted a live conversation with Agave Health ADHD Coaches Becca Branham  and CJ Pringle  to explore a concept we call Emo