FAQ: ADHD

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  • ADHD is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects executive functioning, including focus, organization, emotional regulation, time management, motivation, and task completion. While ADHD is often associated with distractibility and hyperactivity, it can also affect self-esteem, relationships, and daily functioning. People with ADHD may know what they want to do but struggle to consistently start, prioritize, or complete tasks, especially when those tasks are not interesting or rewarding.

  • ADHD and anxiety commonly overlap. Many people with ADHD experience chronic stress, overwhelm, perfectionism, and emotional dysregulation that can contribute to anxiety over time. Repeated experiences of forgetting things, missing deadlines, disappointing others, or feeling "behind" can make the world feel unpredictable and stressful. As a result, many people develop anxiety as a way of trying to stay organized, avoid mistakes, or cope with the challenges of ADHD.

  • RSD refers to intense emotional pain connected to perceived criticism, rejection, or disappointment. It commonly affects people with ADHD and can impact relationships, confidence, and emotional regulation. Even minor comments, misunderstandings, or perceived setbacks can trigger feelings of shame, embarrassment, or self-doubt that feel much bigger than the situation itself. Learning to recognize RSD can help people separate emotional reactions from reality and respond with greater self-compassion and perspective.

  • Many people with ADHD and anxiety struggle with perfectionism and imposter syndrome. You may constantly question yourself, fear making mistakes, or feel like you're "not good enough" despite evidence of your strengths and accomplishments. These patterns are often connected to years of criticism, overwhelm, masking, or rejection sensitivity, and they can improve with awareness, support, and practical tools. Perfectionism often creates unrealistic standards that make it difficult to start or finish tasks, while imposter syndrome can make success feel undeserved or temporary. Together, they can fuel anxiety, self-criticism, and burnout, making it harder to recognize your progress and trust your abilities.

  • The 5C’s of ADHD® is Dr. Sharon’s strengths-based approach for reducing stress, improving communication, and building confidence through:

    • Self-Control

    • Compassion

    • Collaboration

    • Consistency

    • Celebration

  • The Inner Triad Operating System™ is Dr. Sharon’s framework for understanding negative self-talk, shame, and building confidence and emotional resilience through:

    • The Inner Ogre

    • The Inner Champion

    • The Authentic Self

  • Building Better Brains® Webinar is Dr. Sharon’s signature webinar series focused on ADHD, anxiety, emotional regulation, parenting, executive functioning, relationships, and neurodiversity.

  • Yes. All Building Better Brains® Webinar registrations include replay access and accompanying materials.

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FAQ: Working With Dr. Sharon

  • Dr. Sharon Saline is a clinical psychologist, speaker, author, and internationally recognized expert in ADHD, anxiety, executive functioning, and neurodivergence. For more than 30 years, she has helped children, teens, adults, families, educators, and professionals better understand and support neurodivergent brains.

    Dr. Sharon is not accepting new 1:1 therapy clients at this time. However, we do maintain an active waitlist. If you would like to be added, please click here. In the meantime, you can still learn from and connect with her through:

  • Dr. Sharon’s work supports:

    • Neurodivergent people of all ages living with ADHD, anxiety, and more

    • Parents raising neurodivergent children and teens

    • Educators, clinicians, schools, and other professionals

  • Yes. Dr. Sharon offers keynote presentations, workshops, webinars, podcasts, conferences, and professional development trainings on topics including:

    • ADHD and executive functioning

    • Anxiety and emotional regulation

    • Parenting neurodivergent kids and teens

    • Social anxiety and Rejection Sensitivity Dysphoria (RSD)

    • Perfectionism and imposter syndrome 

    • Motivation, procrastination, and productivity challenges in a variety of environments

    • ADHD in girls and women

    • Emerging adults and life transitions

  • Due to the high volume of inquiries, response times may vary. While we cannot guarantee individual responses to all messages, Dr. Sharon’s team does its best to review inquiries and direct people to helpful resources whenever possible.

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