From Sensitivity to Strength: Thriving with Rejection Sensitivity in ADHD

For many adults with ADHD, rejection sensitivity dysphoria (RSD) is more than just a personality quirk or a momentary emotional wobble. As a psychologist who has worked with neurodivergent clients for many years, I've seen firsthand how painful and confusing RSD can be. Yet, I’ve also seen how this sensitivity is rooted in a person's strengths—not their shortcomings. What if this sensitivity wasn’t a weakness to fix, but a strength to understand, honour, and support?