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I have tried traditional “self-care” activities, and they don’t do anything for me. What am I doing wrong?
Nothing! Neurodivergent brains need more time to process, decompress, and recharge. It probably has to do with how For us neurodivergent folks, the type of rest has to match our needs. A lot of neurotypical forms of rest work against what we need. “Candle-lit bubble bath?” If you’re ADHD, an understimulating environment might force your …
How can I recognize when I’m about to make an impulsive decision?
Impulsive decisions can make us feel powerless. Even if we ignore the possible negative consequences of the decisions, simply feeling that we did something we couldn’t notice “in time” or catch while it was happening can be very vulnerable and disempowering. After the fact, it sometimes feels obvious – ‘duh, this was silly; I made …
response inhibition
Response inhibition is our brain’s ‘hey, are we sure about this?’ button – the ability to pause or stop actions, thoughts, or emotional reactions already in motion. For neurodivergent folks, especially those with ADHD, this system often works differently, leading to quicker decisions and more spontaneous actions.
night terrors
Night terrors are episodes of intense fear during sleep that involve screaming, physical movement, and autonomic arousal (racing heart, rapid breathing, sweating). Unlike nightmares, they occur during non-REM sleep with no memory of the event afterwards.
Night terrors affect both children and adults, with higher prevalence in neurodivergent populations, particularly those with ADHD.
They’re triggered by sleep disruption, stress, hormonal changes, and sometimes medication, reflecting both neurological and environmental factors.