This occurs when a person continues to speak while another is already talking, often leading to one-sided communication [1.34].

💡 Maintain your volume and pace to signal your intention to finish your point [1.7].

Negotiating terms of an exchange, reviewing documents, or brainstorming ideas with a team [1.31, 1.32]. 2. Talking Over Someone (Interruption)

To weigh advantages and disadvantages of a situation [1.33]. Goal: Seeking input or advice from another person [1.33].

Individuals with ADHD or autism may struggle to read social cues for turn-taking [1.9, 1.24].

Say, "[Name], I'm going to finish my point " to regain attention [1.1, 1.3].

Speaking softly can cause others to miss your signal that you are speaking [1.2]. Strategies to Handle Being Talked Over