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Dirty Laundry: Why Adults with ADHD Are So Ashamed and What We Can Do to Help
by Richard Pink, Roxanne Emery
Conflicted on this one. It does give a good overview of how seriously ADHD can effect your life, which is good. It also writes a lot about how you have to let go of shame and self-hate, because being stressed will only make your symptoms worse to deal with. It's impressive Rich and Rox managed to make their relationship work, when they are so different in a lot of ways, and that's good to see. The book also hammers in that you're still worthy of being loved even if you struggle with stuff like personal hygiene or being on time.
But unfortunately, "have a supportive partner who is good at finances and cleaning and can do a lot of the work for you" is not really a workable solution for a lot of people with ADHD, those who don't have or don't even want a romantic relationship. A lot of Rox's coping strategies rely on Rich's help, which isn't really helpful or hopeful for those of us without that kind of support.
Overall, it's a good introduction to ADHD, and it definitely feels validating, but it's lacking in practical tips that you can use while living alone.
But unfortunately, "have a supportive partner who is good at finances and cleaning and can do a lot of the work for you" is not really a workable solution for a lot of people with ADHD, those who don't have or don't even want a romantic relationship. A lot of Rox's coping strategies rely on Rich's help, which isn't really helpful or hopeful for those of us without that kind of support.
Overall, it's a good introduction to ADHD, and it definitely feels validating, but it's lacking in practical tips that you can use while living alone.