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Techniques for Managing your Emotions

Photo of woodblock print "The Insistent Lover" by Sugimura Jihei, c. late 17thC

In addition to the cognitive behavioral therapy you are probably doing with your counselor or psychologist, there are several things you can do in between sessions to promote positive emotions and reduce the impact of negative emotions. Techniques for managing your emotions: 1. Get enough sleep. Sleep is not just something that is nice to have; […]

Justice Sensitivity – another ADHD strength!

Photo of needlework picture depicting Peace Justice and Plenty by Unknown Artist(s), c. 17thC England

Research has shown that neurodivergent (ND) individuals, particularly those with ADHD, are more likely to be justice sensitive. The term “justice sensitivity” refers to heightened awareness and concern for justice, fairness, equity, and inclusion, and some might extend it to heightened awareness and concern for misunderstandings and illogical or antisocial behaviors. If that sounds like […]