<p>Friendship as an adult is hard—and when you have ADHD, it can feel <em>almost impossible.</em> The impulsivity, the overthinking, the struggle to set boundaries or trust your gut... it’s a lot. But you <em>can</em> build strong, supportive friendships—and it starts with knowing what to look for (and what to avoid).</p><p>In Part 1 of this two-part series, we’re breaking down:</p><ol><li>Why friendships can be uniquely challenging for ADHDers</li><li>How to recognize red flags before you waste time on the wrong people</li><li>What green flags to look for in a healthy, balanced friendship</li><li>How to make new friends as an adult (without it feeling totally overwhelming)</li><li>Why it’s important to <em>go slow</em> and avoid the overshare/overinvest spiral</li></ol><p>You’ll walk away with a better understanding of what makes relationships feel safe and energizing—and how to stop settling for less than you deserve.</p><p>💛 Don’t miss Part 2 next week, where we’ll dive into how to actually GO OUT AND FIND FRIENDS!</p><p>Want help with your ADHD? Join <a href="https://ihaveadhd.com/focused/?internal-link">FOCUSED</a>!</p><p>Have questions for Kristen? Call 1.833.281.2343</p><p>Hang out with Kristen on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/i.have.adhd.podcast/">Instagram</a> and <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@i.have.adhd.podcast?_t=8q1HUBkkYE9&_r=1">TikTok</a></p><p><br></p>