The expert reveals the one specific and common trait that can be a sign of ADHD

An ADHD coach has explained a particular trait she believes is common among people with neurodivergent disorders.

According to research published by the University of Edinburgh, it is estimated that one in seven or (15%) people in the UK are neurodivergent. Meanwhile, UK ADHD statistics claim that 2.6 million people in the UK have the condition, but this does not take into account anyone who has not been diagnosed.

There has been an increased amount of research on neurodivergence and neurodivergent disorders like ADHD in the last couple of years, especially as it presents in adults and women.

The coach pointed out an interesting connection between entertainment and neurodivergence (Getty Stock Images)

One creator who has dedicated her platform to sharing information about ADHD and neurodivergence is Divergent Coach Kelly, who recently made a video describing a trait she believes is common among people with the condition.

Sharing her thoughts in a recent TikTok video, Kelly explained that people with ADHD can experience a “unique emotional connection” with entertainment that goes deeper than simply enjoying a particular show or band.

“It’s often a deeply visceral response that can be consuming,” he continued.

Kelly goes on to explain this feeling as noticing that you have a “deeply personal and intense” reaction to a particular thing, adding that this may be a reason why people with ADHD will often find themselves playing the same songs or watching the same television programs. and again

“We’re looking for these strong emotional reactions as a source of stimulation or comfort,” Kelly added.

While Kelly didn’t name the particular trait she was referring to, several people in her comments section were able to relate to her comments, with one person writing, “I’ve been watching The Office every day for over 4 years old”.

“I experience it very, very intensely. It’s to the point where I can’t watch things or skip parts of stories because it affects me so deeply,” wrote a second person, while a third asked: “This is uplifting ?”

Stimulation can vary between individuals and can include auditory, visual, tactile and verbal (Getty Stock Images)

What is stimming?

Stimulation is used as a term for self-stimulatory behaviors, which neurodivergent people use to soothe or calm themselves.

Stimulation can vary from person to person, with auditory, visual, tactile and verbal stimulation including: playing the same song over and over again, whistling, clapping and rubbing your hand across different types of surfaces.

Anyone Can Stimulate: Most of us can remember a time when we touched with our feet or hands, but it’s more often related to ADHD and autism.