Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD): Signs, Causes, and Treatment!

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Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD): Signs, Causes, and Treatment.  Rejection is hard for everyone, whether in relationships, friendships, or work. Most people feel sad or upset but can manage their emotions quickly. However, if rejection causes intense, uncontrollable emotions, you might have Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD). It’s more common in people with ADHD.  References: https://www.webmd.com/add-adhd/rejection-sensitive-dysphoria

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00:00Welcome back Sunbro, we hope you all in great health and great money.

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00:09Alright, today we are going to talk about, Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria, RSD, Signs,

00:15Causes and Treatment.

00:16Rejection is hard for everyone, whether in relationships, friendships, or work.

00:21Most people feel sad or upset but can manage their emotions quickly.

00:24However, if rejection causes intense, uncontrollable emotions, you might have Rejection Sensitive

00:29Dysphoria, RSD.

00:31It's more common in people with ADHD.

00:331.

00:34What does RSD look like?

00:35RSD isn't a formal diagnosis, but doctors often notice it, especially linked to ADHD.

00:41The word dysphoria means intense pain or discomfort.

00:44People with RSD struggle with rejection and may describe their feelings as unbearable

00:47or devastating, often fearing rejection deeply.

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00:51Causes.

00:52The exact cause of RSD is unclear, but experts believe it may be linked to brain structures

00:56like the amygdala, prefrontal cortex, and frontal lobe, which manage emotional responses,

01:01rejection, attention, social skills, and impulse control.

01:04In people with ADHD, these brain areas might function differently, leading to difficulties

01:09in processing emotions and social cues, often resulting in overwhelming feelings, misinterpreting

01:14interactions as rejection or criticism, and triggering strong, hard-to-control emotional

01:18responses.

01:20Genetics may also play a role since ADHD, closely linked to RSD, often runs in families.

01:253.

01:26Symptoms of RSD.

01:27Though RSD isn't an official diagnosis, common signs include.

01:31Strong need to please others.

01:32Low self-esteem and self-doubt.

01:34Sudden outbursts of anger, sadness, or tears.

01:37Difficulty controlling reactions and managing relationships.

01:40Avoiding tasks due to fear of failure.

01:42And perfectionism to avoid rejection.

01:44These symptoms can take a toll on your relationships and overall quality of life.

01:484.

01:49How is RSD diagnosed?

01:51RSD isn't an official medical condition, so your doctor might not be familiar with

01:55it.

01:56However, if you have ADHD or another mental health disorder, they may recognize patterns

02:00of rejection sensitivity and connect it to your other symptoms.

02:035.

02:04Treatment for RSD.

02:05There's no specific treatment for RSD, but certain medications and therapies can help

02:09manage it.

02:10Alpha-2 receptor agonists, like Guanfacine or Clonidine, can help improve how your brain

02:14processes emotional signals.

02:17Stimulant medications, like Adderall or Ritalin, can enhance communication between brain cells,

02:22improving emotional responses.

02:24Monoamine oxidase inhibitors, MAOIs, often used for depression, can also help with rejection

02:28sensitivity but have strict dietary restrictions.

02:32Consult your doctor before you use the drug off-label for RSD.

02:35Psychotherapy, like cognitive behavioral therapy, can also help.

02:39It helps you understand and manage your emotions, build better habits, and develop coping strategies

02:43to control emotions in social situations.

02:46If you or someone you know is in crisis and considering self-harm, call 988-4-THE-NATIONAL-SUICIDE-PREVENTION-LIFELINE

02:52or 911-4-IMMEDIATE-HELP.

02:54Thanks for watching, Sunbro.

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