ADHD How to Regulate Dopamine: Fueling Your Brain
Have you ever felt stuck on the couch even though you have a long list of things to do? It feels like you are pushing against a locked door. This is not a lack of willpower. It is a biological search for the spark your brain needs to move.
What is it?
Think of dopamine as the fuel for your brain engine. It is a chemical messenger that helps you feel motivation and focus. For people with ADHD, the brain often struggles to catch or keep this fuel.
Signs & Symptoms
Why does this happen?
The ADHD brain often has fewer dopamine receptors or clears the chemical away too fast. This happens in the prefrontal cortex, which is your control center. When dopamine levels are low, the control center cannot send the 'go' signal to the rest of your body.
The Action Plan
The Cold Water Shock
Splash cold water on your face or hold an ice cube to reset your nervous system.
Novelty Swap
Move to a different chair or a new room to give your brain a fresh environment.
External Stimuli
Put on fast music or a brown noise track to provide a background hum of stimulation.
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