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Impulsivity: It’s A Neurodivergent Thing.
A relatable explanation for anyone who does not understand impulsivity
“What were you thinking?!”
My son and I both have ADHD. I know I’ve asked myself this question many times.
The problem with this question is that we weren’t thinking. Anything. We didn’t have time to think before our bodies just acted. Impulsivity is like having our bodies go rogue: our bodies decide to go full speed ahead without waiting for our brains to catch up.
ADHD Brains are inconsiderate like that.
Reduced impulse control
A key feature of ADHD is impulsivity, or difficulty pausing to consider the possible ramifications of one’s actions before acting.
ADHD Brain is a bit like having a few too many beers, then doing or saying things you wouldn’t normally do when fully sober. Having an ADHD Brain is also like having a drunk partner who is out of control, embarrassing both themselves and you, but you just can’t reel them in.
You’re constantly like, “wait, mouth, slow down! I didn’t have a chance to think that through first — ugh!” and “wait, body, hang on…
