Struggling with family conflict during the holidays? Learn how ADHD rejection sensitivity and emotional dysregulation impact relationships — and discover Dr. Sharon’s expert tips to manage stress, set boundaries, and create more peace and connection this season.

🎤 Today’s TADD Talk features Dr. Sharon Saline, discussing “How Anxiety Affects Motivation.” 💡

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Dr. Sharon Saline, clinical psychologist and author of What Your ADHD Child Wishes You Knew and The ADHD Solution Card Deck, specializes in ADHD and neurodivergence. She works internationally with families, schools, and businesses, teaches at UMass Chan Medical School, blogs for Psychology Today, and contributes to ADDitude Magazine. Visit her website at www.drsharonsaline.com

ADHD in girls often goes unnoticed because symptoms are more internal—like perfectionism, disorganization, or anxiety—rather than hyperactivity. Learn why ADHD is harder to recognize in women and girls and discover practical strategies to help them thrive.

This week, Sam and Katie dive into one of the most common- and misunderstood- ADHD experiences: anxiety. Why do ADHD brains so often run in overdrive, even when there’s nothing to panic about? And what’s really going on beneath that constant sense of “what if?”
They’re joined by clinical psychologist Dr Sharon Saline who specialises in ADHD and anxiety. Together they unpack why ADHD minds can be hardwired for hypervigilance, how childhood criticism can shape lifelong worry patterns, and why so many of us rely on last-minute panic to get things done.
From procrastination and emotional flooding to mindfulness and self-compassion, this is a thoughtful, practical conversation about understanding your anxiety instead of fighting it- and how to turn it into a tool for curiosity, resilience, and growth.
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Rejection sensitivity can feel overwhelming, especially for people with ADHD who experience emotions more intensely than others. When even small slights feel like major setbacks, it can be tough to know how to cope—or how to support a loved one who struggles. In this Dear Dr. Sharon column, we’ll explore why rejection sensitivity isn’t “all in your head,” how it connects to ADHD, and practical strategies you can use to ease its impact.

Did you know there's such a thing as productive anxiety and toxic anxiety? One can give you a boost, while the other can drag you down. Managing ADHD, anxiety, time management, and social expectations can be tricky, but they also open doors to self-discovery and growth. Dr. Saline, with over 30 years of experience and a strengths-based approach, offers down-to-earth advice to help you tackle social anxiety, emotional regulation, and time management, especially during life transitions like menopause. Her personal and professional insights help smart women manage their busy brains and use their intelligence as a tool, not a mask.

The esteemed Hall of Fame ADHD Podcast Guest and dear friend Dr. Sharon Saline graces the show once again! This week: why is it hard for ADHDers to be authentic joiners? Sharon offers her wisdom on the value of community in managing ADHD, addressing the fears and hesitations that can often prevent individuals from seeking out communal ties.

In this episode, I welcome Dr. Sharon Saline, a clinical psychologist with over 30 years of experience and a top expert on ADHD, anxiety, learning differences, and mental health challenges. Dr. Saline shares her personal experience with ADHD and anxiety and provides insights into the relationship between these two conditions. She also offers strategies for managing anxiety and ADHD, emphasizing the importance of understanding triggers and developing proactive strategies.