Episode 86: Marriage on Mute: How ADHD Hijacks Connection and What to Do About It

Is it forgetfulness… or something deeper?

If your spouse struggles with attention, impulsivity, or emotional overwhelm—and it’s starting to wear down your connection—you’re not alone.

ADHD isn’t just a childhood diagnosis. It’s a neurodevelopmental condition that follows many into adulthood—and into marriage. And it doesn’t just affect the person with it. It impacts the rhythm, responsibilities, and resilience of the relationship.

In today’s episode, we’re pulling back the curtain on how ADHD affects communication, intimacy, and conflict in marriage—especially when one partner feels constantly overlooked, unheard, or emotionally dismissed.

We’ll talk about:

What ADHD actually looks like in marriage (it’s not just distraction)
Why common strategies like “just try harder” backfire
How resentment quietly builds on both sides
And how faith, compassion, and a different kind of structure can help both partners thrive
If your marriage feels one-sided, chaotic, or confusing—and you’ve wondered if ADHD could be part of the picture—this episode is for you.

Because when you understand the real problem, you can finally work toward a real solution.

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