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“Oversharing and Underinvesting: The Social Traps That Snare ADHD Adults” [Video Replay & Podcast #496]

Access the video replay, listen to the podcast episode (#496), download the slide presentation, and learn how to get a certificate of attendance for this ADHD Experts webinar originally broadcast on Thursday, March 14, 2024.

Caroline Maguire
ADHD Expert: Caroline Maguire, M.Ed., ACCG, PCC Verified Updated on April 10, 2024
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Episode Description

Interrupting conversations. Appearing not to listen. Revealing too much personal information. Making friends as an adult with ADHD is hard for all these reasons and more. We know that friendship brings physical and mental health benefits, but that doesn’t mitigate the challenge that many adults experience making and keeping friends.

Overinvesting in acquaintances that never really become friends, all-or-nothing thinking, jumping in too fast, believing everything is your fault, and having a scarcity mindset can lead adults with ADHD to feel disappointed time and again.

In this webinar, Caroline Maguire, M.Ed., will explain the social traps that frustrate adults with ADHD and keep them from having healthy friendships. She’ll also discuss the missing link to creating and sustaining friendships: learning the skills to build friendships differently.

In this webinar, you will learn:

  • How past social struggles and foibles affect your mindset when you’re an adult with ADHD
  • How to overcome common social traps for adults with ADHD
  • Strategies to keep connections with friends ongoing without feeling burdened
  • How to gain confidence in your friendship skills and banish the negative inner narrative

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Obtain a Certificate of Attendance

If you attended the live webinar on March 14, 2024, watched the video replay, or listened to the podcast, you may purchase a certificate of attendance option (cost: $10). Note: ADDitude does not offer CEU credits. Click here to purchase the certificate of attendance option »

Meet the Expert Speaker

Caroline Maguire, M.Ed, ACCG, PCC, earned a master’s degree at Lesley University with a specialization in social emotional learning (SEL). She is the author of the award-winning book, Why Will No One Play with Me? written to coach emotional regulation, social and self-awareness, and responsible decision-making skills. (#CommissionsEarned) She founded The Fundamentals of ADHD Coaching for Families training program at the ADD Coach Academy which is accredited by ICF. Visit her website, CarolineMaguireAuthor.com, follow her @AuthorCarolineM and download her free video, How to Tell a Tighter Story.

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Listener Testimonials

“This information will help me be a better therapist, spouse, and friend to the various amazing folks with ADHD in my life!”

“I was surprised at how many things Caroline talked about that I experience as an adult with ADHD. And I know that hearing validation always makes me feel better and allows me to better accept myself.”

“Thank you! Always high-quality guests and helpful information.”

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