ADHD Concepts Guide

Why ADHD and Dopamine Create the Invisible Wall

You are not lazy. You are likely staring at a task and feeling a physical weight in your chest. Your brain is simply waiting for a signal that has not arrived yet.

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What is it?

Dopamine is a chemical messenger in your brain. It is not just about pleasure. It is actually about the anticipation of a reward. It provides the fuel you need to start a task.

Signs & Symptoms

Feeling a physical resistance to starting simple tasks
Seeking high-stimulation activities like scrolling social media
The ability to focus intensely on things you find fascinating
Feeling bored or under-stimulated to the point of physical pain

Why does this happen?

In most brains, dopamine levels rise when a person thinks about a future goal. The ADHD brain has lower levels of dopamine receptors or lower production. This happens in the prefrontal cortex, which is your brain's command center. Without that chemical spark, the command center cannot turn on the engine to get you moving.

The Action Plan

Try breaking down your next task like this to overcome the block:
1

Identify the fog

1m

Acknowledge that your brain is currently low on chemical fuel.

2

The dopamine snack

2m

Do something high-energy like a quick dance or cold water on your face.

3

The micro-start

1m

Commit to doing only the first 30 seconds of the actual task.

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