Don't Just Talk, Communicate

Good communication is the key to strong relationships. This is true for adults with and without attention deficit. The problem is, adults with ADHD often think that they’re communicating when really they’re just talking. How to get your feelings across effectively with friends and partners.

Slide 1 of 6 NEXT

Small changes can make big communication differences when talking to your non-ADHD partner. © istockphoto.com/alephx01

Attention deficit adults know that communication can break down when they are preoccupied with a particular problem, and don’t -- or can't -- get their feelings across to their partners.

When you find yourself anxious and obsessing about a worry, ask yourself: What’s really on my mind? Have I conveyed this to my partner? Other ADHD-induced habits can cause communication breakdowns in relationships. Here are seven hot spots, with solutions for each.

Next: Talking Too Much


This article comes from the Fall 2009 issue of ADDitude.

To read this issue of ADDitude in full, buy the back issue.


Slide 1 of 6 NEXT

slide   1   2   3   4   5   6   next »

TAGS: ADHD Communication Skills, ADHD and Relationships, ADHD Dating, ADHD Social Skills

Share your comments, find support and solutions on ADDConnect!
ADDitude's free community site offers free support groups for adults with ADHD, plus medication reviews and much more. Check it out today.

 
Copyright © 1998 - 2016 New Hope Media LLC. All rights reserved. Your use of this site is governed by our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.
ADDitude does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. The material on this web site is provided for educational purposes only. See additional information.
New Hope Media, 108 West 39th Street, Suite 805, New York, NY 10018