ADHD Library:
Thanks for stopping by my ADHD library! You don’t have to be quiet and you can stay as long as you like. I have read or listened to the majority of the books and podcasts I’ve posted here and I follow all the social media accounts listed below. My recommendations of these resources doesn’t mean I agree with everything that is said but I think they are all helpful and you can take great info from all of them. Enjoy!
Books:
Written by two psychiatrists, this book takes a conversational tone but is filled with case studies and helpful suggestions. Honestly, it’s been almost a decade since I read this one and I don’t remember the specifics. But I know it was helpful and one of the first ADHD books I read. I remember it being a really good place to start my research.
This is my current favorite of all the ADHD books I’ve read. Because it deals with the lies we tell ourselves. I would recommend reading or listening to their first book, Dirty Laundry, first. Just because it sets the stage well for this very impactful discussion of the emotional toll of undiagnosed ADHD. Deftly handled in alternating chapters between Rich and Rox Pink, I highly recommend this one.
I loved that this book is more focused on what life is like as a woman with ADHD. Matland is a psychotherapist who has ADHD and she understands the plight of being a mom, business woman, wife, etc. who struggles with executive function. She’ll make you laugh and possibly cry and you’ll feel so much less alone.
First of all, this is worth listening to, just because of the delightful British accents. But it’s so much more than that. Written by the husband and wife team of Rox and Rich Pink—creators of the popular ADHD_Love social media account (she’s the one you’ve probably seen in videos with the vibrant blue hair and plenty of black eyeliner)—it is a vulnerable account of how their lives have changed since Rox received her ADHD diagnosis in her mid-30s. I was particularly struck by the way that Rich has learned how to actively support Rox and how she has flourished as a result.
I would call this an “Oldie but a Goodie.” I believe it was the second ADHD book I read after I was diagnosed and I found it to be very helpful, albeit a bit dated. As it states in its description, it was written for adults who have ADHD by adults who have ADHD. It’s full of info regarding the diagnostic process as well as many tips and tricks for thriving with ADHD.
I love Tracy’s take on ADHD. She focuses on the positives and is a fabulous cheerleader for smart ADHD women, giving them practical tips with an upbeat outlook. She’s inspiring and encouraging. Great read, and check out her podcast, too!
Podcasts:
Click on the cover art below to go to the podcast. For simplification, I’ve used links to these shows on apple podcasts. But if you use a different podcast player like Spotify, Stitcher, etc. you can just search the podcast title in those apps and if it’s available on that platform it will be searchable. I’ve categorized these into shows that are ADHD centered and then below that I’ve got specific ADHD episodes from podcasts that cover a variety of topics. When I’m recommending specific episodes, I’ll also include a youtube link if one is available so you can watch instead, if you prefer.
Tracy Otsuka’s ADHD for Smart Ass Women: Show Description- I have NEVER met an ADHD woman who wasn't truly brilliant at something! **This podcast with over 6.5 million downloads is for smart, high-ability ADD/ADHD (diagnosed or suspecting) women who see their symptoms as more positive than negative. If you want to fall in love with your ADHD brain and discover where your brilliance lies, this podcast is for you! **ADHD for Smart Ass Women is globally ranked in the top one-tenth of one percent of all podcasts in the world on any subject. It's streamed in more than 160 countries and is downloaded by more than 150,000 listeners every month.
I’m Tracy Otsuka your host. I'm a lawyer, not a doctor, a life-long learner and a certified ADHD coach. I’m committed to changing the conversation around ADHD. **When I was diagnosed eight months after my son, my entire life suddenly made perfect sense but all I heard and read about was everything that my ADHD brain SHOULD be struggling with when in fact I would come to learn that my ADHD is responsible for some of my greatest superpowers. **One other thing, we constantly hear about all the successful ADHD men, but no one talks about the women. This podcast is here to change that dynamic. ADHD women are my people, and I’m here to acknowledge, support and cheer them on.
ADHD Chatter with Alex Partridge:
Show Description- Join Alex, founder of UNILAD and LADBible, as he chats all things ADHD with a variety of guests. The chats are unfiltered, unedited and unpredictable and they will give you the wisdom you need to live your best ADHD life.Brand new shiny episode released every Tuesday.
Reb’s Note: I’ve watched several episodes of this podcast and I always learn something. As often happens, I found Alex first on social media. He mades great videos about ADHD and seems to have a special place in his heart for late-diagnosed ADHD women. 💚 He also has a delightful British accent, so that’s always a bonus. You will find him in my Social Media account recs as well.
Mel’s ADHD episodes:
Six Surprising Signs of Adult ADHD-
The Truth About ADHD in Adults: Harvard’s Dr. Chris Palmer Explains the Research-
Hacking Dopamine & Simple Ways to Improve Your Brain Health-
ADHD Creators to follow on Socials:
There are so many good ADHD content creators out there. In this section I’ll share social media accounts or videos that catch my eye and I suggest you follow these creators on whatever platform you use most. I’m mostly an insta girl. So you can click the insta profiles below to get to them. But you can usually find these creators on YouTube and tiktok as well.
