ADHD | 5 Things Not to Say to Someone with ADHD

5 Things Not to Say to Someone with ADHD. Do you ever wonder what to say to someone with ADHD? Maybe you’re a parent, or a teacher, or a friend of someone who has it. Chances are you’ve probably said something hurtful without even realizing it.

The best thing to do if you suspect that you or a loved one have ADHD is to see a psychiatrist or psychologist to do a proper evaluation.

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[kaylol]

As someone who has ADHD, I noticed that you were reading off a screen

[monicasantiago]

when i tell someone that i have adhd they say "no you don't" and it hurts my feelings and causing more anxiety

[caleb]

Another thing not to say that I've been told before: "Oh everyone struggles with that" or "Everyone is like that" While everyone will struggle with the things we do to some degree at some point or another, it is even harder and a daily struggle for us.

[emmypenny]

Things I love to hear:
"Did you take your meds?"
"Did you remember to eat today?"
"I'm here for you if you need help."
"I looked up your disorder."
"I don't mind that you (adhd symptom)"
"Your experiences are valid."
"Wanna hang out?"
"This is giving you sensory issues? Thank you for letting me know, I won't do it/use it around you." (This is a big one for me when it comes to scents) or "is it okay if I spray this?" If you're unsure.
Asking genuine questions about ADHD.
And that's just a few.
Edit: all said sincerely and non-patronizing; now that I'm an adult I now recognize how harmful some of these can be, and should really only be said if they are given permission to ask about them (asking about meds, I looked up your disorder, etc). But I stand by the second one, at least from a standpoint of someone genuinely taking interest in your disorder and taking the time to conduct research through reliable sources. It means a lot to me that they are putting in the work to be less ignorant. But symptoms vary from person to person so anything you find may not apply to the person you're talking to.

[ghostie.things]

I would love it if people would say to me that's Its ok because I often apologize for being too hyperactive or fidgeting

[ilovesushi]

One thing I love to hear is: "I don't mind that you have ADHD, it's not your fault and you shouldn't be judged for it." Or something along the lines of that.

[yangyangfv]

When someone without ADHD loses focus and says "I'm so ADHD right now" makes me think that what I have is unacceptable

I love it when people try to understand and help you out like give you notes and would tirelessly remind you gently of the things that you forget almost everytime..

[Rheaisla.]

ADHD, puberty, emotions.
This is gonna be a rough ride for now

[axolotlcow]

“Just focus” “how do you not understand this?” “I have adhd! Sometimes I get distracted” “stop faking it, it’s just an excuse”

bruh

[sqrel]

I have ADHD and I had to watch this three times to hear all of it 👁️👄👁️

[ayjree]

As a person with ADHD I’m honestly disappointed, I’ve heard all of these throughout my whole life from my parents. I thought I did something wrong and absolutely hated myself for it. I started to believe that I was the problem and always overreacting.
I knew I wasn’t the only one who felt this way.

[chadharr]

ADHD can be your greatest asset, or your hardest pitfall. As soon as we know we can turn it into something that benefits us. Life becomes limitless

[PeteGetsAround]

As someone with ADHD I think it is very important to not over react. It has taken me years and cost me many jobs learning how to ‘bite my tongue!’ 😂 If you say to a a person with ADHD ‘’try not to over react’’ and explain that you understand it’s hard for them, they will generally understand and not take offence. That is of course if they pay attention to you!? 😅

[apchi]

I'm diagnosed with ADD, OCD and I have Misophonia. My family is inconsiderate about it. When I have a hard time focusing on my schoolwork, they tell me that "I should try to control it" and that "I'm not trying to focus".

[umno]

I literally get mad over the smallest things. For example, if someone bumps into me I'm literally about to destroy them, but I don't. Cause I don't wanna cause a scene, plus I'm not even strong enough so I'd stand no chance if they were to fight back, lmao.

And I really REALLY hate when I get really mad and people just laugh. Like, it's not fun. I don't think anyone wants to be laughed at when they're mad. And, I also cry. A lot. Like, if I'm doing something and do it the wrong way I just get really emotional for no reason.

And I've tried to talk about this with my mom, and when I explain that I just can't hold it in she just says "you're overreacting, stop being so emotional". And that just hurts me, a lot.. I don't feel like anyone supports me and that everyone just sees me as this lazy and way too emotional, helpless person. Which I basically am right now..

What do I do? No one will listen to me no matter what I say or do. It just feels like they don't understand my pain, and what they're doing to me.

Please, help.

[denvertikky]

*spends an eternity analyzing the hair curls*

[AngelaHowardMentalHealthTips]

I’m sorry your experience was negative. My prayer is that through education people will see that mental illness is not a spiritual problem and they will learn to practice empathy and love for one another and as you said for ourselves as well.

[zine]

I wish my friends looked into the symptoms of adhd because I often feel misunderstood and secretly judged for a lot of the things I do and say. It would be nice for them to get an idea of what my experience is like. For example commenting on how I zone out randomly in group convos or I seem out of it kind of hurts. It is usually because I’m dealing with sensory overload and feeling overwhelmed in most social situations.

[chloemichele]

As a person with ADD (a more forgetful form of ADHD) one of the hardest things to hear (that I unfortunately hear a lot) is “I have no idea what you just but ok.” when I try to tell a story and because of my ADD, I’m jumping all over the place (because i forget things and have to go back) and am talking fast. It’s even more frustrating because 1) I am a good story teller (I know because i have been accepted to honors composition classes), i just cant vocalize it well and 2) They don’t even try to understand me and I don’t know why.

[langret]

Nice video but the music is so distracting