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From Overwhelm to Engagement: Communication Strategies for ADHD, PDA, and RSD

From Overwhelm to Engagement: Communication Strategies for ADHD, PDA, and RSD

by Suzy Carbrey | Mar 19, 2026 | Uncategorized

At a Glance Broad or vague questions can overload your working memory, making it hard to answer. “Why” questions may trigger shame, defensiveness, or avoidance common with ADHD, RSD, and PDA. Use direct, curiosity-driven questions that feel optional and low-pressure....
Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria: When Rejection Hurts More Than It Should

Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria: When Rejection Hurts More Than It Should

by Suzy Carbrey | Jan 22, 2026 | Blog

There are few feelings more painful than believing you have disappointed someone you care about. A single word, a facial expression, or a shift in tone can leave a person replaying the moment long after it passes. For many adults with ADHD or executive functioning...

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