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When Criticism is Inaccurate
Agree with it — in part. When responding to an inaccurate criticism, it's often best for adults with ADHD to try "fogging" — agreeing with only part of the criticism rather than getting defensive or mad.
Example: If someone says you are undependable you can respond with "Yes, I might be undependable at times." Or agree with the principle behind the criticism, such as "You're right, being late is undependable." This technique allows you to gracefully deflect the criticizer while also brushing off their implied judgments.
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