Communication Tips with ADHD

My Partner Doesn't Reach Out To Connect

Submitted by MelissaOrlov on 03/19/2021.

Your partner may not seem curious about you, but that doesn't mean you can't still connect.

Empathy and ADHD

Submitted by MelissaOrlov on 11/19/2020.

Partners of adults with ADHD sometimes report they are disappointed that their ADHD partner isn't more empathetic.  Lack of empathy can leave them feeling unloved or alone.  What to do?

The Cuddle Rule

Submitted by MelissaOrlov on 10/07/2020.

This simple strategy can help couples repair from scritchy times.

Stress Highlights Our Differences – For Better or Worse

Submitted by MelissaOrlov on 03/31/2020.

Stress exaggerates our normal tendencies.  When one of you has ADHD and the other one doesn’t that can be a problem... or a blessing.  

How Do I Tell My New Partner About ADHD Without Her Running for the Hills?

Submitted by MelissaOrlov on 11/18/2019.

Introducing the topic of ADHD into your partnership may feel daunting, but here are tips to make it easier.

A Lifetime of Interruptions...Interrupted!

Submitted by MelissaOrlov on 01/22/2019.

In a lovely success story, one woman tells how she and her husband discovered that his long-standing habit of interrupting her was a coping strategy to mask ADHD distraction.  Could this be happening to you?

What Does the "Child" Role Look Like in Parent/Child Dynamics

Submitted by MelissaOrlov on 03/12/2018.

Parent/Child Dynamics will ruin your relationship.  In order to change them, you must first recognize what they look like.  This post deals with the 'child' side of the dynamic.

ADHD Partners and Time - Being Late Isn't Just About Time Management

Submitted by MelissaOrlov on 09/15/2017.

Having a partner who says he loves you often be late sends confusing signals.  Learning more can help.

8 Tips for Supporting a College Student with ADHD

Submitted by MelissaOrlov on 07/24/2017.

Helping an adult child with ADHD can be like walking a tightrope.  Here are some tips for making sure you provide support without taking over.

Going on the Defensive, Making Excuses and Denying Fault During a Fight

Submitted by Katie in ADHDland on 05/16/2017.

Does the ADHD partner in your relationship become defensive, offer excuses and deny wrongdoing when legitimate grievances are raised? Here are some reasons why this could be happening and some tips on how they can be addressed.  

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