Take Control -Self-Care for People with ADHD


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"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.




Self-Care for People with ADHD


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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!




Take Control of ADHD


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Take Control of ADHD: The Ultimate Guide for Teens With ADHD helps teens take control of their disorder and find success in school and in life. By creating the “ADHD Attention Profile” discussed in the book, readers will recognize how ADHD affects them, discover coping strategies and technology tools to improve their focus, and develop a self-advocacy plan they can use immediately. The book presents the latest research and information on ADHD in a conversational style that teens can understand easily, allowing them to develop a better understanding of their disorder. By including suggestions from teens with ADHD, the authors offer tons of advice, information, and ideas for students, from students just like them. This handy guidebook is sure to help teens with ADHD learn to refocus their attention and find success in school and beyond! Ages 12-18




Taking Charge of Adult ADHD


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For adults with ADHD, problems with attention, planning, problem solving, and controlling emotions can make daily life an uphill battle. Fortunately, effective help is out there. No one is a better guide to how to get the best care—and what sufferers can do for themselves—than renowned ADHD researcher/clinician Russell A. Barkley. Dr. Barkley provides step-by-step strategies for managing symptoms and reducing their harmful impact. Readers get hands-on self-assessment tools and skills-building exercises, plus clear answers to frequently asked questions about medications and other treatments. Specific techniques are presented for overcoming challenges in critical areas where people with the disorder often struggle—work, finances, relationships, and more. Finally, an authoritative one-stop resource for adults with ADHD who are ready to take back their lives. See also Dr. Barkley's bestselling resource on childhood ADHD, Taking Charge of ADHD, Third Edition: The Complete, Authoritative Guide for Parents.




The Mindfulness Prescription for Adult ADHD


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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.




ADHD and the Nature of Self-control


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Renowned authority Russell Barkley provides a radical shift of perspective on ADHD. He argues that the disorder is not at root attentional, but rather a developmental problem of self-control. Offering new directions for thinking about and working with those with ADHD, this model has far-reaching implications for clinical practice.




Attention Deficit Disorder


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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.




Women with Attention Deficit Disorder


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Women with Attention Deficit Disorder, psychotherapist Sari Solden's, groundbreaking book, explains how every year, millions of withdrawn little girls and chronically overwhelmed women go undiagnosed with Attention Deficit Disorder because they don't fit the stereotypical profile: they're not fast-talking, hyperactive, or inattentive, and they are not male. This pioneering book explores treatment and counseling options, and uses real-life case histories to examine the special challenges women with AD/HD face, such as the shame of not fulfilling societal expectations. Solden explains that AD/HD affects just as many women as men, and often results in depression, disorganization, anxiety, and underachievement. Included in this revised edition is a brand new chapter on friendship challenges for women with AD/HD. Three empowering steps -- restructuring one's life, renegotiating relationships, and redefining self-image -- help women take control of their lives and enjoy success on their own terms. "Sari Solden has used her personal and professional experience to shine some light into the dark closet inhabited by far too many ADD women... She empowers ADD women by validating their experience as worthwhile human beings who struggle with serious organizational problems in many areas of their lives." (Kate Kelly and Peggy Ramundo, authors of You Mean I'm Not Lazy, Stupid, or Crazy")




ADHD in Adults


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Providing a new perspective on ADHD in adults, this compelling book analyzes findings from two major studies directed by leading authority Russell A. Barkley. Groundbreaking information is presented on the significant impairments produced by the disorder across major functional domains and life activities, including educational outcomes, work, relationships, health behaviors, and mental health. Thoughtfully considering the treatment implications of these findings, the book also demonstrates that existing diagnostic criteria do not accurately reflect the way ADHD is experienced by adults, and points the way toward developing better criteria that center on executive function deficits. Accessible tables, figures, and sidebars encapsulate the study results and methods.




Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy for Adult ADHD


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This highly practical book provides evidence-based strategies for helping adults with ADHD build essential skills for time management, organization, planning, and coping. Each of the 12 group sessions--which can also be adapted for individual therapy--is reviewed in step-by-step detail. Handy features include quick-reference Leader Notes for therapists, engaging in-session exercises, and reproducible take-home notes and homework assignments. The paperback edition includes the adult ADHD criteria from DSM-5. The treatment program presented in this book received the Innovative Program of the Year Award from CHADD (Children and Adults with ADHD).