5 Ways to Support your ADHD Friend

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✨ Chapters:
0:12 Introduction
0:23 Friends, not Fuss!
0:51 The Power of Patience
1:28 Lend us your Ears
2:09 Kind words, kind smiles
2:39 Dynamic Duo
3:27 Embracing ADHD
Hi 👋 ! My Name is Alice, I created The Mini ADHD Coach in August 2020 when I was just diagnosed with ADHD at 29.
After years of questioning, therapy, burnout, and chaotic career path changes, I finally understood why I struggled with so many things.
So I decided to share what I learned to raise awareness around ADHD and help the ADHD community thrive.
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Understanding and supporting a friend with ADHD can be both rewarding and challenging. ADHD, or Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, is a neurodevelopmental disorder that can be characterized by inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. Being a good ally to your ADHD friend involves recognizing their unique needs, empathizing with their struggles, and helping them navigate everyday situations. While it can be difficult to know how best to support your ADHD friend, a few simple strategies can make a big difference in strengthening your friendship and helping them thrive.
Supporting a friend with ADHD starts with recognizing that their experiences and struggles are valid. It's essential to be patient and understanding, even when their behavior may be different with what you are usually familiar with. Acknowledging every struggles and challenges that they may experience can help you get to know more on how to help them. There are various ways on how to further support your ADHD friends that you can try. However, remember that there's no one size fits all solution on helping your neurodivergent friends. Here are some of the many ways to make them feel less alone:
Extending a hand to your friend with ADHD requires understanding, patience, and mutual respect. First, educate yourself about ADHD to dispel myths and understand its impact on various aspects of life. Practice active listening to provide a safe space for your friend to share their experiences. Be adaptable and patient when they forget plans or become overwhelmed. Collaborate on strategies to help them manage tasks and offer reminders when necessary. Celebrate their strengths and accomplishments, as ADHD also brings unique perspectives and creativity. Finally, establish boundaries to ensure a balanced, reciprocal friendship. Supporting your ADHD friend is about recognizing their individuality and walking alongside them in their journey.