ADHD rejection sensitivity dysphoria (RSD) can feel like the world is coming to an end when we feel rejected, criticized (or self-criticism), or teased by family, co-workers, or friends. Most of the time it's our own negative self talk and self loathing that is activated when we are given feedback (constructive or otherwise) from our boss, coworkers, and loved ones. It can (innocently) take us down and get us stuck in emotional quick sand (albeit temporarily) as most people don't understand how much effort it takes for an ADHD'r to get to school, work, and most importantly get the day started. Once we understand what our overwhelmed thinking is really telling the less it will sabotage our piece of mind, and most importantly, our productivity during the day.