In Touch with Our Emotions:Celebrate Life | Shades of ADHD

As someone who proudly feels in touch with their emotions while also being very emotional, I believe part of the beauty of ADHD is it allows us to be loud, proud and emotionally bold! Some individuals with ADHD may have difficulty recognizing and interpreting the emotional states of others, which can affect their ability to respond appropriately to those emotions. This may be due to deficits in social cognition and perspective-taking, which are important components of empathy. In addition, individuals with ADHD may also have difficulty regulating their own emotions. They may experience intense emotional reactions, have difficulty managing anger, and may be more prone to impulsive behaviors...View all