160 // Neurodivergence in Friendships, with Caroline Maguire
About this episode
Caroline Maguire discusses her late ADHD diagnosis and shares insights on building and maintaining friendships for neurodivergent adults.
Today we are joined by author, mom, and social coach Caroline McGuire. She shares her personal journey with late ADHD diagnosis and how that shaped her work supporting neurodivergent adults. Caroline discusses her book, Friendship Skills for Neurodivergent Adults, and why direct, specific guidance matters. Topics include the impact of late ADHD diagnosis for women, practical strategies for making and keeping friends (including “communi-splation” to explain needs), the power of interest‑based connections, troubleshooting friendship pitfalls, and the value of virtual communities. Caroline also addresses stigma, mismatched expectations, and self‑advocacy tips listeners can use right away. Enjoy! Resources: Caroline Maguire: https://carolinemaguireauthor.com/ ✋ Tired of feeling unsure of yourself? Let’s change that! Go to https://adhdwithconfidence.com/ and book a Free, 15-minute coaching intake call to get started. Free Daily ADHD Planner: https://adhdwithconfidence.com/free-daily-adhd-planner 📧 Comment or Question? Email me at: kelsey@adhdwithconfidence.com Related Episodes: 123 // What to Do When Your Friendships Aren’t Working
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