6 books about ADHD that will help you
Humor is when you laugh despite everything, they say. People with ADHD know exactly what that means. If you, as a family member, partner, or parent, also want to know more about ADHD, please read on.
Title: ADD - the creative chaos
Author: Walter Beerwerth
ISBN: 978-3451063879
Short description: Concentration problems, restlessness, impulsivity, emotional disturbances, and stress intolerance are common symptoms of attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). How do people live with it? How do they think and feel? Walter Beerwerth, a physician and sufferer, writes about the hunger, pain, happiness, infatuation, fear, desire, even bullying and anger of those affected – and finally, about failed therapies and possible solutions.
Title: The true voices of a "colorful" deficit: Affected people explain ADHD from their perspective
Author: Aimo Nyland
ISBN: 978-3755757672
Short description: ADHD – we usually hear about it in connection with inattentive, loud, rebellious, and stubborn children – in other words, with "rebellious" tormentors in families and schools. It is little known that ADHD is much more than this social stereotype – and that many adults are also affected. Therefore, after his witty and enlightening debut book, author Aimo Nyland, who is himself affected by ADHD, is committed to taking a more serious look at the topic. In this way, he aims to connect those affected and interested readers, far from the dry, scientifically pedantic babble. The title, with ADHD as a deficit, may be an unfortunate choice. But misfortunes and comorbidities in ADHD certainly demonstrate that neurodivergence is no walk in the park in a "normalized world."
Author: Cordula Neuhaus
ISBN: 978-3170371460
Short description: Based on many years of therapeutic work with affected individuals of all ages, the author vividly describes the symptoms, neurobiological findings, and evidence-based diagnosis and treatment of ADHD. She presents practical everyday strategies for making life easier for those affected by the typical developmental course and preventing subsequent damage. She also addresses the difficulties faced by affected children and adolescents in the current education system. Both medication-based and non-medication-based treatment methods are explained.
Note: The focus of this book is on children and young people.
Author: Oliver M. Heck
ISBN: 978-3795070939
Short description: The author – company founder, building contractor, real estate agent, music producer, and helicopter pilot – describes his life with ADHD, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. He was only diagnosed with this disorder as an adult, as part of treatment for burnout, accompanied by PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder). The book shows how far one can achieve in life despite, with, or perhaps even because of ADHD.
Title: Off the track but on the way" Why ADD and ADHD are not the end of the world
Author: Mina Teichert
ISBN: 978-3959101080
Short description: In this book, the author describes her life as a woman with ADHD with great honesty and humor. It's a recommended read, as it's one of the few "non-textbooks"—the autobiography of someone who has been affected. The reality is also portrayed with a touch of lightness and humor.
Title: Successful in your career with ADHD
Author: Heiner Lachenmeier
ISBN: 978-3662672402
Short description: What is ADHD and how do people with ADHD behave? How does ADHD influence their experience and access to their abilities, and what impact does this have on working life? From a scientific perspective and in an easy-to-understand, humorous way, the author shows how ADHD affects working life and what opportunities a better understanding of this neurological variant can offer. Under certain conditions, ADHD can have clear advantages in some areas of work. At the same time, possible difficulties in professional life are examined and concrete solutions are presented. Readers with and without ADHD will appreciate the special treatment of this important topic and the easy implementation of the many practical tips and tricks that result from numerous studies and the author's many years of work with those affected – or his own ADHD. Adolescents, young adults, and their parents will find helpful support for a successful start in the working world – with, despite, or precisely because of ADHD!
PS: If you don't want to read a book but still want to know the essentials, this blog isn't bad either.
PPS: School, in particular, is always an issue with ADHD. Specifically, it's often a sensitive topic. Here you'll find our articles specifically for students with ADHD.