ADHD & Social Anxiety, ADHD, Social Anxiety Matt Bedell, PsyD, LPC-S, LCDC, ADHD-CCSP ADHD & Social Anxiety, ADHD, Social Anxiety Matt Bedell, PsyD, LPC-S, LCDC, ADHD-CCSP

Why RSD Feels Like Social Anxiety; But Isn't Quite the Same

RSD and social anxiety share a lot of the same surface features: the dread, the overthinking, the avoidance. Yet, underneath, they work very differently. If you have ADHD and have ever felt like your social anxiety diagnosis didn't quite fit, this might explain why.

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Social Anxiety, ADHD, ADHD & Social Anxiety Matt Bedell, PsyD, LPC-S, LCDC, ADHD-CCSP Social Anxiety, ADHD, ADHD & Social Anxiety Matt Bedell, PsyD, LPC-S, LCDC, ADHD-CCSP

Why Social Anxiety Hits Differently When You Have ADHD

If you have ADHD and social anxiety, you've probably tried advice that helped a little but never quite fit. That's not a you problem, it's that these two conditions interact in ways most approaches don't account for. Here's what's actually happening in your brain.

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Matt Bedell, PsyD, LPC-S, LCDC, ADHD-CCSP Matt Bedell, PsyD, LPC-S, LCDC, ADHD-CCSP

What Makes Social Anxiety Worse?: The Paradox of Relief

Dealing with social anxiety is already challenging, but understanding what makes it worse can help you take control! 🧠💪 Whether it’s negative self-talk, overthinking, or avoiding social situations, there are common habits that can keep us stuck in the anxiety loop. 😓 But guess what? It doesn’t have to stay that way!

Check out my latest blog where I dive into 9 key factors that make social anxiety worse—and how you can start making positive changes today. 💬✨Let’s take small steps toward feeling more confident in social situations together! 🙌

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