ADHD Communication
Sun 31 May 2026
Shenanigan Report
Marly & AJ have returned with a new season where they promise they’ll try to stick to the plan! But to explain why they have it so hard staying on topic, this week’s show is about communicating while under the influence of ADHD. In this episode they talk about what it’s like to try to explain yourself with squirrel brain: maybe you talk too fast, or inadvertently interrupt, free associate into the next room, or overthink it and shut down.
Or perhaps you don’t have ADHD yourself, but you’re trying to communicate with someone who does. We have some useful tips and approaches to help with the pitfalls of talking to someone who struggles to focus.
Finally, they come up with some strategies for people with ADHD to help improve their own communication skills.
Madness Resources and Links
- https://www.rula.com/blog/adhd-communication/
- https://www.webmd.com/add-adhd/adhd-communication-hacks
- https://www.tevapharm.com/patients-and-caregivers/all-stories/five-conversation-challenges-with-adhd-and-tips-for-better-communication/
- https://fightingtalk.substack.com/p/adhd-friendly-communication-tips
- https://connectedspeechpathology.com/blog/adhd-communication-at-work-common-challenges-and-solutions
- https://sachscenter.com/adhd-communication-problems/
- https://justmind.org/adhd-communication-strategies/
- https://www.additudemag.com/communication-skills-and-your-career/
- https://add.org/small-talk-101/
- https://counselorforcouples.com/13-adhd-communication-styles-that-create-conflict-in-most-marriages/
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