When Rejection Feels Like Pain: Understanding Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria

A person sits in a dimly lit room, facing a window with warm sunlight streaming in. Their silhouette is outlined by the light, as rooftop views and plants outside suggest a quiet moment reflecting on ADHD rejection sensitivity.

By: Christina Crowe, RP Have you ever replayed a moment of criticism for days, wondering what you did wrong? For many adults with ADHD, those moments do not just sting. … Read more

Sensory Triggers & ADHD: How Occupational Therapy Can Help

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By: Jill Roberts, OT Our brains are constantly taking in sensory information such as bright lights, scratchy clothing, loud noises, and hunger signals. And if you have got ADHD under … Read more

E93: Reimagining ABA: How One Centre is Leading a Neurodiversity-Affirming Revolution, with Kerry-Anne Robinson

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What if behaviour analysis didn’t have to be a source of trauma for Autistic people? In this episode, Christina Crowe and co-host Katie Richardson speak with Kerry-Anne Robinson, Executive Director … Read more

E84: The Reckoning: Navigating a Late-in-Life ADHD Diagnosis, with Christina Crowe, RP

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A late-in-life ADHD diagnosis can feel like a bombshell—bringing clarity, grief, and a flood of emotions. But what happens after the diagnosis? In this solo episode, host Christina Crowe, psychotherapist, … Read more

The Reckoning: Reflecting on a (late) ADHD Diagnosis as an Adult

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By: Christina Crowe, RP, Cert OAMHP Receiving a diagnosis of ADHD in later adulthood often comes with a powerful mix of emotions: relief, frustration, grief, and even curiosity. For many, … Read more

The Second Reckoning: Discovering Autism After a Late ADHD Diagnosis

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By Katie Richardson, RP Christina Crowe, our chief here at Dig a Little Deeper, refers to a 2–3-year period that she calls “the reckoning” – the process of coming to … Read more

Working with ADHD Couples: The Referee, the Detective, and the Whisperer in Therapy

A couple, bonded by understanding and love, stands on a hillside overlooking an ocean view during sunset. With the sun casting a warm glow, these ADHD partners embrace amidst rugged cliffs and calm waters, finding peace in their shared journey and tranquil surroundings.

Couples therapy isn’t just couples therapy, when attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is in the mix. We know couples living with ADHD have higher rates of separation and divorce, more affairs, more … Read more

The Christina Crowe Podcast: Making the Invisible VISIBLE, Neurodivergent-Affirming Mental Health Conversations

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Today is the day! Here we are my friends! It’s Podcast Launch Day.  For a long time, I have been asked when I might put out a podcast. I was … Read more

ADHD & Polyvagal Theory: Understanding the Connection Between ADHD, Trauma, and Nervous System Regulation

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By: Christina Crowe, Registered Psychotherapist, Clinical Supervisor This post was inspired by a question from our social media audience, and is shared here because it is becoming an increasingly popular … Read more