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May 2026
31m 46s

From Mood to Action: Navigating Emotions...

Asher Collins and Dusty Chipura
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In this episode of the Translating ADHD podcast, Ash and Dusty explore the concept of emotional permanence—a term that highlights the experience of being stuck in intense emotions, often seen in people with ADHD. They discuss how emotional dysregulation, a common but under-recognized aspect of ADHD, interferes with motivation, goal-directed behavior, and the ... Show More
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