The Truth About Executive Dysfunction Causes: Why Your Brain Freezes
Have you ever sat on the couch for hours? You wanted to get up. You knew what you had to do. Yet, your body just would not move. This is a real struggle. It is one of the most common executive dysfunction causes that people face every day. You are not lazy. You are hitting an invisible wall.
What is it?
Executive dysfunction is like having a conductor who fell asleep. The orchestra members are ready to play. They just do not know when to start or which song to pick. It is a breakdown in the system that manages your thoughts and actions.
Signs & Symptoms
Why does this happen?
The science bit starts in the prefrontal cortex. This is the CEO of your brain. In an ADHD brain, this CEO has a hard time sending messages. This happens because of low dopamine. Dopamine is a chemical messenger. It tells your brain that a task is worth the effort. Without enough dopamine, your brain does not feel the spark to move. Your amygdala might also sense stress and trigger a freeze response. A simple email can feel like a physical threat to your nervous system.
The Action Plan
Check your physical needs
Drink a glass of water or eat a small snack to give your brain fuel.
Pick one tiny movement
Instead of cleaning the kitchen, just stand up and walk toward the sink.
Set a micro-timer
Work for five minutes and give yourself permission to stop after that.
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