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February Newsletter: Understanding Emotional Regulation and Stress in ADHD
February is often associated with heightened emotions, busy schedules, and increased academic or social demands. For individuals with ADHD, these pressures can feel especially intense. Two important concepts that help explain these experiences are stress tolerance and emotional regulation . While closely connected, they describe different challenges—and understanding the difference can make a meaningful impact. Stress Tolerance: Capacity Under Pressure Stress tolerance refer

Gretchen Pound, PhD
Feb 92 min read


Nervous System Reset: How to Downshift from Burnout Mode (Holiday Edition)
Understanding ADHD stress cycles + simple regulation tools that actually work The holidays may be marketed as “the most wonderful time of the year,” but for ADHD brains, they often bring more stimulation, more pressure, more decisions, and more emotional load . It’s the perfect recipe for slipping into burnout mode—fast. Here’s how ADHD stress patterns collide with holiday demands, and what you can do to reset your nervous system before (or after) the crash. Why ADHD Brains B

Gretchen Pound, PhD
Dec 10, 20252 min read
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