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ADHD impulsivity and saying yes to sex too fast
Manage episode 520000668 series 3581353
Ever said yes to sex a little too fast and regretted it later? Same.
Today we’re joined by psychologist and Understood Expert Dr. Ari Tuckman for a candid talk about impulsivity, ADHD, and intimacy. We’ll dig into the messy mix of consent, shame, and emotional regulation. And we’ll talk about how to slow down, stay curious, and find self-compassion after a spicy decision.
For more on this topic:
- Listen: Impulsivity, risky behavior, and obsessions (Chris’ story)
- Listen: ADHD, loving intensely, and impulsivity (Ange’s story)
Timestamps:
02:15 How ADHD-related impulsivity can influence sexual decisions
08:45 Consent, emotional regulation, and navigating pressure or fear of rejection
17:30 Differentiating shame from embarrassment after vulnerable sexual experiences
28:10 Strategies for slowing down and gathering insights from experiences
For a transcript and more resources, visit Sorry, I Missed This on Understood.org. You can also email us at [email protected].
Understood.org is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering people with learning and thinking differences, like ADHD and dyslexia. If you want to help us continue this work, donate at understood.org/give
Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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ADHD impulsivity and saying yes to sex too fast
Sorry, I Missed This: The Everything Guide to ADHD and Relationships with Cate Osborn
Manage episode 520000668 series 3581353
Ever said yes to sex a little too fast and regretted it later? Same.
Today we’re joined by psychologist and Understood Expert Dr. Ari Tuckman for a candid talk about impulsivity, ADHD, and intimacy. We’ll dig into the messy mix of consent, shame, and emotional regulation. And we’ll talk about how to slow down, stay curious, and find self-compassion after a spicy decision.
For more on this topic:
- Listen: Impulsivity, risky behavior, and obsessions (Chris’ story)
- Listen: ADHD, loving intensely, and impulsivity (Ange’s story)
Timestamps:
02:15 How ADHD-related impulsivity can influence sexual decisions
08:45 Consent, emotional regulation, and navigating pressure or fear of rejection
17:30 Differentiating shame from embarrassment after vulnerable sexual experiences
28:10 Strategies for slowing down and gathering insights from experiences
For a transcript and more resources, visit Sorry, I Missed This on Understood.org. You can also email us at [email protected].
Understood.org is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering people with learning and thinking differences, like ADHD and dyslexia. If you want to help us continue this work, donate at understood.org/give
Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
40 episodes
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