DiscoverADHD with Jenna FreeEP. 20: The Missing Piece in ADHD Treatment - How Nervous System, Thoughts & Behavior Work Together | ADHD with Jenna Free
EP. 20: The Missing Piece in ADHD Treatment - How Nervous System, Thoughts & Behavior Work Together | ADHD with Jenna Free

EP. 20: The Missing Piece in ADHD Treatment - How Nervous System, Thoughts & Behavior Work Together | ADHD with Jenna Free

Update: 2025-08-11
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Learn more about the ADHD, Regulation and Intuitive Eating workshop here - adhdwithjennafree.com/ieworkshop

You can get your free ADHD Regulation Guide here - adhdwithjennafree.com/adhdguide

Chapters

00:00 Understanding ADHD Regulation
05:25 Dysregulation and Emotional Responses
08:39 The Impact of Fight or Flight on ADHD
11:30 The Theory of ADHD Regulation
14:32 The Dysregulation Cycle
17:16 Finding Balance in Regulation
20:17 Three Types of Regulation
23:07 The Path to a Regulated Life

Summary

In this episode of the ADHD with Jenna Free podcast, I discuss the complexities of ADHD regulation, diving into the dysregulation cycle and the impact of being in a constant state of fight or flight. I share the need for a three prong approach that includes nervous system regulation, cognitive restructuring, and behavioral changes to achieve lasting change.

Takeaways

  • ADHD regulation involves more than just nervous system regulation.
  • Emotional dysregulation is often a symptom of a system in fight or flight.
  • Understanding the dysregulation cycle is crucial for change.
  • Working on your thinking and beliefs can help alleviate dysregulation.
  • Regulation work is a gentle but long-term process.

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EP. 20: The Missing Piece in ADHD Treatment - How Nervous System, Thoughts & Behavior Work Together | ADHD with Jenna Free

EP. 20: The Missing Piece in ADHD Treatment - How Nervous System, Thoughts & Behavior Work Together | ADHD with Jenna Free

Jenna Free