The Real Difference: Executive Dysfunction vs Task Paralysis
You know exactly what you need to do. You are sitting there, staring at the task, but you cannot move. It feels like an invisible wall is standing in your way. This is not a lack of willpower. It is a biological glitch in your brain.
What is it?
Executive dysfunction is a broad term for when the brain struggle to manage itself. Task paralysis is a specific moment when your brain shuts down because it feels overwhelmed. One is the system failing, and the other is the system freezing.
Signs & Symptoms
Why does this happen?
Your prefrontal cortex is like the CEO of your brain. In an ADHD brain, dopamine levels are lower. This makes it hard for the CEO to prioritize tasks. When a task feels too big, your amygdala senses a threat. It triggers a freeze response, just like if you saw a bear in the woods.
The Action Plan
The Five Second Rule
Count down from five and stand up on one.
Clear the Air
Take three deep breaths to calm your amygdala.
Micro Movement
Touch one object related to the task without trying to finish it.
Stop fighting your brain.
HealUp turns these concepts into a tool that actually works for your ADHD brain. No fluff, just execution.
How HealUp Actually Helps
We don't just explain the problem. We give you the exact tools to solve it.
AI Task Breakdown
Overwhelmed by a big project? Our AI instantly breaks it into tiny, non-scary micro-steps so you can start without the panic.
Execute Mode
Focus on just ONE step at a time. No distractions, no clutter. Just clear, immediate action to build momentum.
Zero Guilt
Stuck? Hit the "Stuck" button to get unblocked instantly. HealUp is designed to be kind to your brain, not punishing.
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