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.

“Back-to-School Anxiety: 5 Tips to Support Kids with ADHD | Dr. Sharon Saline”
Help your child with ADHD ease back-to-school anxiety. Learn strategies for routines, IEP/504 prep, and building confidence.

“My teen says she has anxiety—but she hasn’t seen a professional.” Sound familiar? Here’s how to support teens who self-diagnose through TikTok or Instagram with compassion and clarity.

Work can be stressful—even more so when you’re navigating ADHD. This post offers five realistic, supportive tips to help you feel more organized, focused, and successful at your job (without burning out).

Struggling with your teen girl’s mood swings? Emotional ups and downs are common in girls with ADHD—especially during big transitions. This week, learn how to understand and support her through emotional dysregulation with practical, compassionate strategies.

Summer can feel like a relief and a challenge for families living with ADHD. The break from school may remove daily academic pressures but it also leaves wide open spaces that are easily filled with screens for stimulation, comfort or escape. Before you know it, the battle over technology begins. Here are five empowering and practical strategies that meet kids where they are– without shaming or unrealistic expectations.

Summer promises rest and relaxation—but for adults with ADHD or anxiety, it can feel disorienting or overwhelming. This week, Dr. Sharon offers practical ways to gently hit "reset" and reclaim the season with clarity, joy, and intention.

Remember the old poem about the secret ingredients for boys and girls? Snips and snails for boys, sugar and spice for girls. It wasn't just a silly rhyme; it hinted at a truth: boys and girls experience the world differently. This applies to neurodivergence too. Autism and ADHD can manifest differently in males and females, leading to misdiagnosis or underdiagnosis in women. For parents, this raises a crucial question: how can we ensure that neurodiverse children, regardless of gender, feel seen, understood, and supported? On this episode, our expert panel will discuss how boys and girls experience neurodivergence differently and offer strategies for parents and educators.