ADHD communication support involves strategies like active
listening, pausing before speaking to reduce impulsivity, and using structured,
concise language (e.g., bullet points) to ensure clarity. Key techniques
include removing environmental distractions, using "I" statements,
and utilizing "mental parking lots" to manage racing thoughts,
improving both personal and professional interactions.
Key Strategies for Better Communication
Active Listening: Practice
summarizing or paraphrasing what the other person said to confirm
understanding.
Pause and Breathe: Take a moment
before responding to avoid interrupting or reacting emotionally.
Remove Distractions: Reduce background
noise and clutter to help maintain focus on the conversation.
Use "I" Statements: Frame thoughts
using "I feel" to reduce defensiveness (e.g., "I feel
overwhelmed when..." instead of "You always...").
Structure Information: Organize points
logically, using bullet points or notes during important discussions.
Mental Parking Lot: If a distracting
thought pops up, imagine putting it in a "parking lot" to address
later, allowing you to stay present.
Strategies for Children with ADHD
Get Attention First: Make eye contact
and call them by name before speaking.
Be Concise: Keep instructions short, simple, and
direct.
Use Visuals/Routine: Provide clear
expectations and use visual aids or timers for tasks.
Workplace Communication Tools
Focus on Relevance: Stick to the main
point and avoid over-explaining.
Utilize Technology: Use tools that
provide keyword summaries or real-time communication support.
Take Breaks: Implement techniques like the "10
and 3" rule (10 minutes of work, 3-minute break) to maintain focus.
Professional Support
Behavioral Therapy: Helps address
impulsivity and improves social communication skills.
Speech-Language Pathology: Can assist with
organizing thoughts and conversational flow.
Module Overview
This module
explains communication support for people with ADHD.
Learners will:
Learn what ADHD is
Learn strategies to
support communication
Practice questions
and activities
Understand
workplace and child support methods
Section 1 – What is
ADHD?
ADHD is a condition
that affects attention, focus, and behavior.
It can make it hard
to:
Listen carefully
Follow instructions
Stay on topic
Control impulses
Section 2 – Why
Communication Support Matters
Support helps
people to:
Understand
instructions
Focus on
conversations
Reduce stress
Build good
relationships
Section 3 – Key
Strategies for Communication
Active Listening
Listen carefully
Summarize what
others say
Pause and Breathe
Wait before
responding
Avoid interrupting
or reacting quickly
Remove Distractions
Reduce noise and
clutter
Stay focused on
conversation
Use "I"
Statements
Say how you feel
using "I" (e.g., "I feel overwhelmed when...")
Avoid blaming
Structure
Information
Use bullet points
Keep information
clear and logical
Use notes if
helpful
Mental Parking Lot
If a thought pops
up, put it in a mental "parking lot"
Return to it later
Section 4 –
Strategies for Children with ADHD
Get attention first
(eye contact, call name)
Be concise and
direct
Use visuals,
timers, and routines
Set clear
expectations
Section 5 –
Workplace Communication Tools
Stick to main
points
Use technology for
reminders or summaries
Take breaks (e.g.,
10 minutes work, 3 minutes break)
Section 6 –
Professional Support
Behavioral Therapy:
helps with impulsivity and social communication
Speech-Language
Pathology: supports organizing thoughts and conversation
Level 1 Questions
ADHD affects
attention.
☐ True ☐ False
What should you do
before replying?
Name one visual
support for children.
What is a mental
parking lot?
Level 2 Questions
How does active
listening help communication?
Why are
"I" statements useful?
Name one workplace
communication strategy
💡 section
1: neurodevelopmental conditions
· autism
and neurodiversity
a look at autism and other neurodivergent conditions, from sensory needs to
communication styles.
autism (asd)
adhd
(also include things like dyslexia, dyspraxia,
etc.)
💡 section
2: mental health conditions
anxiety
depression
bipolar disorder
ptsd
ocd
💡 section
3: how they can overlap
some people have both a neurodevelopmental
condition and a mental illness.
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