Crisis Restart Protocol

Your emergency button for when your ADHD brain crashes. No shame, just support.

How are you doing right now?

Check the boxes below that describe what you're experiencing. Be honest. This is a shame-free zone. The app will guide you to the right support based on what's happening.

Remember: ADHD overwhelm is neurological, not a personal failure. You're not weak for being here. You're smart for seeking support.

Task Paralysis

When your brain freezes and you can't start anything

Staring at my to-do list but can't pick a task

Know what I need to do but physically can't start

Jumping between tasks without finishing any

Feel overwhelmed by simple decisions

Spending hours "getting ready" to work

Emotional Dysregulation

When emotions are too big and you can't regulate

Small things triggering intense emotional reactions

Can't stop crying or feel numb

Anger/frustration way out of proportion

Rejection sensitivity hitting hard

Can't calm down despite knowing I'm overreacting

Isolation Cascade

When you're withdrawing and can't reach out

Ignoring texts/calls from people who care

Canceling plans last minute (or just not showing up)

Feel like a burden to everyone

Convinced people would be better off without me

Haven't left the house in days (except essentials)

Emergency Resources

Crisis Hotline (988)

24/7 confidential support for anyone experiencing a mental health crisis.

Call 988

Crisis Text Line

Text HOME to 741741. Free 24/7 support via text message.

Text HOME to 741741

Want a plan for the next crash before it happens?

The free Built For Chaos Starter Kit includes the Emergency Restart Protocol, the Three-Pile System worksheet, and the Introduction and Chapter 1 of the book — so you have the steps ready before the next bad brain day.

Get the Built For Chaos Starter Kit