This book could change your life -- What is ADHD? -- Who has ADHD? -- The apple tree of ADHD -- A basic plan to live your best life -- Time -- Money -- Doom and gloom -- Addiction -- Connection and relationships -- Creativity -- Careers -- Health and well-being -- Medication -- A final word.
Summary:
World-renowned ADHD expert, best-selling author, and TikTok sensation Dr. Edward M. Hallowell (a.k.a. Dr. Ned) demystifies this deeply misunderstood diagnosis in 100 lessons. What does ADHD tell us about our brains and how we think and act? Can it limit opportunities and connection? Does it offer cerebral superpowers? What strategies and medication can help lessen the difficulties of ADHD and instead boost its benefits? Through simple science and must-know life hacks, FAQs, and debunked myths, transform your understanding of ADHD and learn to thrive. Each empowering page will unlock the potential and finally let people see the best in their or their friends’, family members', or colleagues’ ADHD. This is a fast-track introduction to ADHD—what it is, how it manifests, and ways to cope with it—inspired by Dr. Ned’s viral videos, better known as "NedTalks." Brief entries and an easy-to-follow structure disseminate knowledge and the latest scientific findings in a style particularly suited to ADHD readers. As both an ADHD expert and a diagnosed patient, Dr. Ned blends a medical and personal take on the topic in this groundbreaking guide.
This resource is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by State Library of Iowa.