Is your ADHD triggering overcompensation? 4 signs to know

From over-committing to over-explaining, here are four ways by which a person with ADHD tries to overcompensate.

ADHD or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder is a mental disorder which affects the way we pay attention, behave and sit still. ADHD is one of the most commonly diagnosed brain disorders found in children. People with ADHD have a tendency of overcompensating and overcorrecting – in a social media post, ADHD coach Meredith Carder wrote, “There are many reasons we may adopt these behaviors….but avoiding shame and judgement is likely a main driver. Do you feel you go overboard in these areas? What has helped you recalibrate?”

In ADHD, a person struggles with focusing on one thing. Sometimes, they can be extremely hyperactive in nature. (Pexels)

Here are four signs to be aware of:

Over-apologising:

Often people with ADHD internalise the thought that they tend to mess up a lot, or that they are never perfectly able to do something. Hence, even for minor mistakes, they repeatedly apologise to alter the way other people around them might think about them.

Over-delivering:

Over-explaining:

An ADHD brain tends to have a different thought pattern – they often get inside the loop of thoughts while trying to prove a point. This can make it difficult for them to arrive at the end of the conversation to get their point across. This internalised thought can make them over-explain themselves to others.

Over-committing:

People with ADHD have people-pleasing tendencies, which make them say yes to things that they are not onboard with. This is often triggered from thoughts and behaviours of people from past experiences.

Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always seek the advice of your doctor with any questions about a medical condition.