NEW! 10 Simple Solutions to Adult ADD: How to Overcome Chronic Distraction and Accomplish Your Goals
by Stephanie Moulton Sarkis, Ph.D.

A quick read, but chock-full of wonderful tips on just about every major ADHD challenge imaginable!

From money management to relationship woes, this book covers it all in a slim, manageable volume.

A handy reference book to refer to often!

New Harbinger Publications, 2006; Revised, 2011

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NEW! ADHD in HD - Brains Gone Wild
by Jonathan Chesner

This book is AWESOME! This hysterical and helpful book is a MUST-READ for anyone with ADHD. Especially great for kids & teens, but as a hyperactive adult with ADHD, I loved it too.

Validating, entertaining, empowering and with great tips.

Written by Jonathan Chesner, a 27 year-old from California who was diagnosed with ADHD at 9. Jonathan is a successful actor, entrepreneur, and world traveller who will inspire and encourage you if you have what he calls a "special brain."

Don't miss this one!!!

free spirit publishing, 2012

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ADD Simplified - Strategies for Minimizing the Effects of Adult ADD and ADHD
by Sidney Parker Holt

Love it! I started using some of Holt's tips immediately. This slim volume packs an organizational punch.

Hendrix International Press, 2010

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ADD Stole My Car Keys
by Rick Green & Umesh Jain, M.D., Ph.D.

The book for people who don't like to read books! Rick Green, comedian and director of A.D.D. and loving it?! teams up with Dr. Umesh Jain to cover all things ADD in small, humorous and digestible bites. The ADD equivalent of the Bathroom Reader.

Big Brain Productions, 2011

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Attention Deficit Disorder: A Different Perception
by Thom Hartmann

A classic. Wanna know why you're a natural-born cougar? Read this!

UnderWood Books, 1993

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Driven to Distraction
by Dr. Edward M. Hallowell and Dr. John J. Ratey

The first book on ADHD I ever read. The one most-cited as the book that "changed my life." Ditto. A must-read for the newly diagnosed; a perennial to refer back to time and time again.

Simon & Schuster, 1994

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Delivered from Distraction
by Dr. Edward M. Hallowell and Dr. John J. Ratey

More wisdom from best-selling authors Hallowell & Ratey. Updated info; helpful tips for living with ADHD.

Ballantine Books, 2005

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NEW! Getting Paid to Pay Attention: Why Your Business Suffers From A.D.D. and How to Fix It
by Marilyn Strong

Strong's book is a welcome addition to books on ADD / ADHD. A quick read, this book none the less packs a powerful punch for anyone who wants to be more efficient, overcome procrastination, and remove the roadblocks to entrepreneurial success..

I particularly appreciated Strong's description of the different kinds of procrastinators; I'd never seen this presented before, and it really struck a chord.

Strong injects wit, humour, warmth, and wisdom throughout this slim but valuable volume. I highly recommend it, even if you don't run your own business. If you DO - it's a must read, really.

The Strong Communication Group, 2012

Go to: Zoë's interview with Marilyn Strong

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Married to Distraction
by Edward M. Hallowell, M.D., Sue George Hallowell, LICSW, with Melissa Orlov

Excellent overview to our modern-day distracted society. Valuable tips on restoring intimacy and strengthening your partnership, ADHD or not.

Ballantine Books, 2010

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Scattered: How Attention Deficit Disorder Originates and What You Can Do About It
by Dr. Gabor Maté

Written by a doctor who has ADHD himself, this book is a departure from current thinking on the origins of ADHD. If you're adopted, or a Highly Sensitive Person, this book will speak to you.

Penguin Group, 1999

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Taking Charge of Adult ADHD
by Russell A. Barkley, Ph.D.

The most insightful book on adult ADHD anywhere. Dr. Barkley takes the symptoms of adult ADHD and places them in context. You'll recognize your behaviors, situations, and challenges; Dr. Barkley provides the "whys" and the "hows" of how to overcome your most problematic ADHD traits.

The Guilford Press, 2010

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The ADHD Effect on Marriage
by Melissa Orlov

A positive approach to living with a partner with ADHD. Orlov strikes just the right note between the seriousness of ADHD, and being compassionate towards yourself and your ADHD partner. A must-read for anyone wanting to minimize or overcome the negative effects of ADHD traits in marriage. Helpful tips, exercises, and strategies are included. Orlov's personal story enlivens the book, offering hope from someone who's walked the talk.

Specialty Press, Inc., 2010

Go to: Zoë's Interview with Melissa Orlov

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The Disorganized Mind
by Nancy A. Ratey, Ed.M., M.C.C., S.C.A.C.

Self-coaching for adults with ADHD. An excellent step-by-step process to analyzing where ADHD is derailing you, how to get on track and stay there. Written by noted ADD Coach and fellow ADDer.

St. Martin's Press, 2008

Go to: Zoë's Interview with Nancy Ratey

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The Complete Idiot's Guide to Adult ADHD
by Eileen Bailey and Donald Haupt, M.D.

Ignore the unfortunate title and buy this book! One of my favs; accessible info; informative and helpful, full of up-to-date information.

Penguin Group, 2010

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Women with Attention Deficit Disorder
by Sari Solden, MS, LMFT

A highly respected classic. Great introduction to how ADHD affects women in particular, whether or not you have the hyperactivity component.

Underwood Books, 1995 (updated 2005)

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You Mean I'm Not Lazy, Stupid or Crazy?! by Kate Kelly and Peggy Ramundo

Another classic ADHD self-help book.

Scribner, 1993 (updated 2006)

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