16/12/2025
Interrupting can be a common challenge for individuals with ADHD, especially when attention, impulse control, and executive functioning are involved.
Itโs not a reflection of rudeness or lack of respect. Instead, itโs your brainโs impulse control and processing speed interacting with the fast pace of conversation.
Recognizing these signs is the first step toward understanding your ADHD and building strategies that work for your brain.
Some common signs of struggling with interrupting include:
๐ Difficulty waiting your turn in conversations
๐ Blurting out answers or thoughts before others finish
๐ Talking over others or cutting people off
๐ Going on frequent tangents mid-discussion
๐ Difficulty following the natural flow of conversation
๐ Interrupting othersโ stories or explanations
๐ Responding impulsively without processing fully
๐ Struggling to pause before speaking
๐ Feeling frustrated when others speak slowly or take time
๐ Needing to share ideas immediately to avoid forgetting them
At Blue Sky Learning, our neurodiversity-affirming therapists and coaches help clients navigate ADHD challenges in communication, develop self-awareness, and build strategies that honor their brainโs needs.
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