Why Using Distraction Doesn’t Help With Difficult Emotions

For many people with ADHD, navigating emotions can feel like walking through a storm without shelter. The intensity is real, raw, and often overwhelming. So when uncomfortable emotions show up—like frustration, shame, loneliness, or fear—it’s natural to reach for something to dull the edge. A scroll through social media. A snack you’re not really hungry […]

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