Rejection sensitive dysphoria (RSD) has been a part of my experience with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) for as long as I can remember, even before I knew it had a name.
Rejection sensitive dysphoria is an intense sensitivity to any form of rejection, or perceived rejection. It makes it hard to maintain relationships or control my emotions because it can be so overwhelming.
I’ve had to learn to identify the main triggers for me, so I can prepare myself accordingly because many of these triggers can’t be avoided. 1. Messages being left on ‘read’ or ghosting. Most people don’t feel great when they’re ghosted (when someone doesn’t respond to them and disappears like a ghost).
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