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313 Rejection Sensitivity Is Real (But I Reject RSD)

313 Rejection Sensitivity Is Real (But I Reject RSD)

I Have ADHD Podcast · Kristen Carder

April 29, 202550m 38s

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Show Notes

Rejection hurts—especially when you have ADHD. For years, the term Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD) has helped many of us put language to that experience. But in this episode, I explain why I’m no longer using that term—and what I’m saying instead.

We’ll cover:

  • What rejection sensitivity actually is
  • Why it makes total sense (and it's not a disorder)
  • What’s problematic about the term RSD...in my opinion
  • What the research really says about rejection and ADHD
  • How trauma, therapy, coaching, and yes—medication—can all help

    • This episode is validating, spicy, and rooted in both lived experience and science. Let’s talk about rejection sensitivity in a way that empowers us to heal.

    Resources Mentioned:

  • Journal of Pediatric Psychology study on ADHD and peer rejection
  • Dr. Dodson’s updated Additude article on RSD


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