What is rejection sensitive dysphoria? A doctor explains
Summary
Rejection sensitive dysphoria (RSD) is a condition where people feel very upset or distressed when they fear rejection or criticism. Dr. Sasha Hamdani, an expert on ADHD, explains how RSD is connected to ADHD in her new book called "Too Sensitive: Rejection, Resilience, and the Science of Feeling Deeply."Key Facts
- Rejection sensitive dysphoria (RSD) causes intense emotional pain from feeling rejected or criticized.
- RSD often affects people with ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder).
- Dr. Sasha Hamdani is a psychiatrist and ADHD expert.
- She wrote a book explaining the science behind RSD and how it relates to ADHD.
- The book is titled "Too Sensitive: Rejection, Resilience, and the Science of Feeling Deeply."
- This topic was covered in a CBS News segment.
- The explanation aims to help people understand strong emotional responses linked to RSD.
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