"Living with ADHD often feels like trying to chase your dreams while dragging a parachute behind you. Self-sabotage and low confidence complicate achieving goals."
"Self-sabotage reflects an imbalance in how people perceive threats and understand rewards, protecting oneself from potential stress by preemptively stopping achievement."
"People with ADHD who struggle with self-regulation are especially vulnerable, often succumbing to procrastination, avoidance, and perfectionism, which stymies their success."
"Self-sabotage, also known as 'self-handicapping,' involves behaviors that hurt one's chances of success in anticipation of failure, impacting individuals with ADHD."
Individuals with ADHD often experience self-sabotage due to executive functioning difficulties, leading to challenges such as low confidence and avoidance behaviors. Self-sabotage manifests in procrastination, perfectionism, and prioritizing others' needs over personal goals. It operates as a protective mechanism against perceived threats and potential failure, causing individuals to preemptively hinder their success. This unhealthy cycle is particularly pronounced in people with ADHD, who struggle with self-regulation and consistency in pursuing their ambitions. Recognizing and addressing these patterns is crucial to overcoming barriers and achieving personal aspirations.
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