Destress, find your community, and practice self-love with these 100+ exercises to reinforce ADHD as a strength. When you have ADHD, it can be hard to stay on top of your wellness. Self-Care for People with ADHD is here to help! This book can help you engage in some neurodiverse self-care—without pretending to be neurotypical. You’ll find more than 100 tips to accepting yourself, destigmatizing ADHD, finding your community, and taking care of your physical and mental health. You’ll find solutions for managing the negative aspects of ADHD, as well as ideas to bring out the positive aspects. With expert advice from psychiatrist and clinician Sasha Hamdani, MD, Self-Care for People with ADHD will help you live your life to the fullest!

"Self-Care for People with ADHD: A Comprehensive Guide to Thriving with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder" is an indispensable resource for individuals living with ADHD, as well as their families and support networks. This self-help book provides an in-depth understanding of ADHD, practical strategies for managing daily life, and expert advice on optimizing self-care routines for success and well-being. It empowers readers to embrace their unique qualities and overcome the challenges associated with ADHD, transforming their lives and unlocking their full potential. The book begins by dispelling common myths and misconceptions surrounding ADHD, replacing them with evidence-based facts and the latest scientific research on the neurobiology and genetics of ADHD. Understanding the complexities of ADHD, including the diagnostic criteria, assessment process, and possible misconceptions, is essential for both individuals with ADHD and their support networks. It also addresses co-existing conditions such as anxiety, depression, and learning disabilities, which often accompany ADHD and can compound its effects. "Self-Care for People with ADHD" delves into various aspects of daily life, emphasizing the importance of a strong foundation through a balanced diet, regular exercise, and sufficient sleep. Readers will learn time management techniques specifically tailored for people with ADHD, as well as the power of mindfulness and meditation to improve emotional regulation, focus, and concentration. The book also tackles the issue of procrastination, offering practical strategies to overcome this common struggle faced by many individuals with ADHD. In addition to practical daily life management strategies, the book covers essential topics such as communication skills, including active listening and assertiveness, as well as building healthy relationships through conflict resolution and boundary-setting. It addresses the unique challenges faced by individuals with ADHD in the workplace, offering strategies for success, networking, and overcoming social anxiety. For those seeking professional support, "Self-Care for People with ADHD" provides a comprehensive overview of therapy options, such as cognitive-behavioral therapy, coaching, and support groups. It guides readers on what to expect when working with an ADHD coach and how to choose the right one for their specific needs. The book also covers educational accommodations and resources, ensuring individuals with ADHD receive the support they need to succeed academically. At its core, "Self-Care for People with ADHD" is about celebrating neurodiversity and embracing the positive traits associated with ADHD. By discovering their strengths, readers will be empowered to create a personalized ADHD success plan tailored to their unique needs and goals. The book concludes with an afterword, a comprehensive list of resources and recommended reading, and an appendix featuring useful apps and tools for ADHD management. "Self-Care for People with ADHD: A Comprehensive Guide to Thriving with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder" serves as a beacon of hope and inspiration for those affected by ADHD. With its wealth of information and practical strategies, this self-help book will enable individuals with ADHD to navigate their lives with confidence and resilience, transforming challenges into opportunities for growth and success.

ADHD101 Parents Edition is about empowering parents to understand sensitive topics like medication and rights versus responsibility. Through taking a compassionate non-sugar coating approach with parents to acknowledge their problematic attitudes & behavior regarding this sensitive issue. I intend to assist parents in developing a more realistic approach to their child's diagnosis by giving them the tools to acknowledge their unhelpful thoughts, actions, and problematic beliefs. With easy-to-learn psychological techniques designed to empower parents through empathy and critical thinking. So parents can confidently answer the following question about their child's well-being empowering parents to start healthy conversations like in the following examples below. What do I do next after my child's diagnosed with ADHD? What are your (good and bad) opinions on ADHD, ADHD medications, and social media? Where can I get reliable information on ADHD, and why is this an important step? How do you react to medical professionals' recommendations, and how do your distortions and self-talk play into your answer? How can parents balance parental rights without infringing on their child's rights?

A new understanding of ADD, along with practical information on how to recognize and treat the disorder A leading expert in the assessment and treatment of Attention Deficit Disorder/Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder dispels myths and offers reassuring, practical information about treatments. Drawing on recent findings in neuroscience and a rich variety of case studies from his own clinical practive, Dr. Thomas E. Brown describes what ADD syndrome is, how it can be recognized at different ages, and how it can best be treated.This is the first book to address the perplexing question about ADD: how can individuals, some very bright, be chronically unable to "pay attention," yet be able to focus very well on specific tasks that strongly interest them? Dr. Brown disputes the "willpower" explanation and explains how inherited malfunctions of the brain's management system prevent some people from being able to deal adequately with challenging tasks of childhood, adolescence, and adulthood. His book is an authoritative and practical guide for physicians and psychologists, parents and teachers, and the 7 to 9 percent of persons who suffer from ADD/ADHD.

How does ADHD manifest itself in adult life? In general, the authors write, hyperactivity tends to diminish with age, impulsivity changes quality, and attention problems remain the same although they may become more disabling as organizational demands increase. The authors carefully answer the questions often posed by professionals and patients about these symptoms and other issues. They describe the diagnostic interview and the use of rating scales and include examples of the scales. They also provide a well-balanced review of associated psychiatric conditions, such as mood and anxiety disorders, Tourette's syndrome, oppositional and conduct problems, and substance abuse. Descriptions of all the primary approaches to treatment—medication, psychological therapies, and environmental restructuring—include vivid case examples.

Don’t let adult ADHD stand in your way—this 8-step mindfulness program provides you with the tools you need to stay focused and confident in all areas of your life Do you: • Have trouble paying attention and staying on task? • Suffer from disorganization, procrastination, or forgetfulness? • Have difficulty with restlessness or trouble managing strong feelings such as anger and frustration? • Struggle with self-doubt and difficulty following through? • In a way that causes problems in your relationships or your work? If so, you may have Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)—like an estimated 8 million adults in this country. Physician-researcher Dr. Lidia Zylowska has created an 8-step program for using mindfulness practice (attention and awareness training) to overcome the symptoms of ADHD. The program includes practices such as sitting meditation, body awareness, thoughtful speaking and listening, development of self-acceptance, mindful self-coaching, cultivation of a balanced view of thoughts and emotions, and more. Dr. Zylowska educates readers about ADHD, helping them to understand how their ADHD brain works and how they can use mindful awareness to work with their challenges. She also explains how the mindful approach can be combined with other treatments, including medications, to boost self-improvement. This book is accompanied by an audio program of guided mindfulness exercises for successfully managing ADHD. The introduction to the book, titled “Dear Reader,” includes a link to the free downloadable audio files.

Worldwide longitudinal studies performed since the 1970s have clearly shown that ADHD persists into adulthood. These findings have stimulated researchers to develop the therapeutic approaches for adult patients, especially in European countries where scientific and clinical interest in ADHD has increased.. In this volume, leading experts from Europe and the United States present their long-term results in order to provide an overview of important aspects of ADHD across the lifespan. These results include epidemiology, neurobiology, psychopathology, longitudinal course, comorbidity and social impairment associated with ADHD. Topics include diagnostic problems and therapeutic options as well as molecular genetic studies. Further, morphological and functional imaging studies in adult ADHD are reviewed, as well as the very important issue of comorbidity. Providing an excellent source of up-to-date information, this publication is essential reading for psychiatrists, neurologists, geneticists, psychotherapists, physicians and other therapists working with ADHD patients.