“Today’s episode examines a study linking slow improvements in childhood emotional regulation to later ADHD, internalising, and conduct problems. Dr. Jaime Hoerricks argues that the study overlooks alexithymia—difficulty identifying, sourcing, and describing emotions—as a significant contributing factor in some children with ADHD and autism. Alexithymia, Dr. Hoerricks contends, can explain variations in emotional dysregulation within neurodivergent populations and necessitates targeted interventions focusing on emotional awareness. Dr. Hoerricks advocates for increased recognition of alexithymia in research, education, and clinical settings to improve support for neurodivergent children. Ultimately, they emphasise a more nuanced understanding of emotional challenges in these populations, moving beyond a simplistic view of emotional dysregulation as an inherent trait.”

Here’s the link to the source article: https://open.substack.com/pub/autside/p/emotion-dysregulation-or-alexithymia

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