How do Impairments in Social Cognition Affect Interpersonal Relationships and Professional Interactions in Adults Diagnosed with ADHD

Authors- Hardik Patel

Abstract-ADHD, a neurodevelopmental condition, is characterized by obliviousness, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. Its symptoms include controlling impulses, maintaining attention, and regulating activity levels. Social cognition, which involves understanding and dealing with feelings, relating to others, and having broad social information, is crucial for personal and professional growth and exploring social situations. Distinguishing feelings can be challenging for adults with ADHD, leading to mistaken assumptions and conflicts in friendly relationships. The theory of the mind, which involves assigning mental states to oneself and others, can be challenging for adults with ADHD to comprehend and expect the activities of everyone around them. This can result in social misunderstandings and inadequate communication. Sympathy is essential for satisfying connections, but adults with ADHD may experience stress or shallow connections due to decreased empathy reactions. One of the foundations of social perception is understanding social signs and standards. An absence of social comprehension is a typical side effect of ADHD, resulting in awkward or unseemly conduct in various social settings. Confinement or social dismissal may follow, impacting both individual and professional relationships. In relational relationships, issues with communication can be prevalent, making it difficult for adults with ADHD to participate without squirming or forgetting about what others said. This can exacerbate problems, colleagues, and relatives, leading to conflicts and harming relationships. Impulsivity and dysregulation are common in ADHD, making it difficult for individuals in administrative roles to motivate their groups and resist them. In conclusion, ADHD affects adults’ social cognizance, leading to difficulties in interpersonal relationships and work environments. Understanding these effects is essential for developing tailored interventions and emotionally supportive networks for adults with ADHD.

DOI: /10.61463/ijset.vol.12.issue5.260