10 Ways to Ruin a Good Relationship

Adults with ADHD should avoid these common mistakes to protect and serve life's important relationships.


Filed Under: ADHD and Relationships, ADHD Communication Skills, ADHD and Marriage
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Look on the Negative Side

Get stuck in a rut. When relationships become stale or boring, they become vulnerable. Because adults with ADHD can become bored easily, stay away from "the same old thing" and look for new and different ways to bring life to your relationships.

Fail to notice the good. Spouses of ADD adults will tell you it's very easy to notice what you don’t like about a relationship, but it takes real effort to notice what you do. When you spend more time focusing on the positive parts of your relationship, you’re more likely to see an increase in positive behaviors.

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