ADHD vs Trauma: The Overlap No One Talks About | Justus' NeuroPsych Diary

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Your brain isn’t broken — it’s protecting you.

In this video, we explore one of the most misunderstood mental health challenges: the overlap between ADHD and trauma. Are you constantly distracted, overwhelmed, or emotionally reactive... but can’t figure out why? This isn’t laziness. It could be your brain’s survival system doing its job.

Join Justus from NeuroPsych Diary as we break down complex neuroscience and psychology into something real, relatable, and deeply validating. You’ll learn:

✅ What ADHD actually is (beyond distraction)
✅ What trauma does to the nervous system
✅ Why both conditions often show up together in adults
✅ Key signs you might be missing
✅ Steps to begin healing — even if you’ve struggled for years

📖 Backed by research. Delivered with empathy. No fluff.

Whether you're navigating this yourself or supporting someone who is, this video offers both insight and hope.

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✍️ After watching, take 10 minutes to journal:

What’s one thing I now understand about myself?

What’s one small step I can take to support my healing brain this week?

📚 For deeper healing:

Look into trauma-informed CBT or EMDR therapy

Support your nervous system with breathwork, grounding, and mindfulness

Consider professional evaluation and treatment if it feels right for you

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Chapter Timestamps

00:00 - The Hidden Struggle We Don’t Talk About
01:05 - What ADHD Really Is (It’s Not Just Distraction)
02:15 - Executive Function: Your Brain’s CEO Explained
03:20 - Why ADHD Isn’t Your Fault (And How the Brain Works)
04:35 - What Trauma Actually Means (It’s More Than You Think)
06:00 - The Brain on Trauma: Constant Survival Mode
07:05 - ADHD & Trauma: How They Overlap and Confuse Us
08:10 - Real-Life Signs You Might Be Missing
09:30 - You Are Not Broken — Here’s Why
10:10 - What You Can Do About It (Action Steps That Help)
11:30 - Final Thoughts & Questions to Reflect On

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