Why does rejection hit so hard?
Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD) is an intense emotional response to perceived or actual rejection, criticism, or failure - particularly common in individuals with ADHD and autism. This custom screener helps identify the presence and impact of rejection sensitivity.
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🔬 Rejection Sensitivity (RSD) Screener
What is rejection sensitivity?
Rejection sensitivity is a tendency to anticipate, vividly perceive and react intensely to rejection, whether real or imagined. A comment, a silence or an unanswered message can trigger deep emotional pain, often out of proportion to others but very real for the person feeling it.
Why it matters
This heightened sensitivity to rejection is very common in people with ADHD or autism. It can feed anxiety, avoidance of relationships or an intense need to please. Recognizing it lets you put words to these waves of emotion and gradually build gentler responses toward yourself.
About this test
This test is free, fast and confidential. It is a tool for reflection, not a diagnosis. It helps you better understand your relationship with rejection. If this sensitivity deeply affects your relationships or your self-esteem, a professional can support you.