Understanding ADHD brain can enhance social skills and reduce shame in adults.
Filtering information based on relationship levels can prevent oversharing and maintain connections.
Deep dives
Relationship Challenges for ADHD Adults
Making and keeping friends as an ADHD adult can be challenging due to symptoms like forgetfulness and impulsivity. ADHD can lead to fading friendships or misunderstandings due to impulsive remarks. Caroline Maguire provides a blueprint to manage symptoms and prevent them from affecting friendships.
Self-Regulation and Relationship Management
The friendship process involves steps like meeting, engaging in dialogue, and sharing experiences. Self-regulation plays a crucial role in managing ADHD symptoms that hinder the progression of friendships. Taking intentional action steps and practicing active listening can help individuals maintain and strengthen their relationships.
The Universe of Friendship and Oversharing
Understanding different levels of relationships helps in calibrating interactions and avoiding oversharing. Filtering information based on the level of intimacy with individuals can prevent damage to relationships. Practicing active listening and sharing appropriately can create a meaningful connection without oversharing.
Reading Social Cues and Energy Levels
Interpreting mood, context, and energy in social situations is vital for effective communication. Practicing reading social cues helps adapt to different relationships and situations. Pausing to evaluate and considering the other person's perspective enhances communication and relationship dynamics.
Understanding the ADHD brain and how it affects social skills can decrease the shame and increase opportunities for meaningful connection. Caroline Maguire, M.Ed., presents research-based strategies for improving your people skills.
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