"ADHD for Smart Ass Women" is a practical and insightful book tailored for individuals with ADHD. It offers valuable tips and solutions, although it may require a bit of extra attention to absorb and remember all the information. Overall, it's a helpful resource for managing ADHD symptoms and gaining a better understanding of ADHD-specific challenges.

"ADHD for Smart Ass Women” by Tracy Otsuka is a refreshing and insightful guide that breaks down stereotypes and offers practical strategies for women navigating life with ADHD. Otsuka’s witty and candid approach resonates with readers, providing a sense of empowerment and understanding. From dispelling myths to sharing personal anecdotes, she creates a supportive space for women to embrace their unique strengths and challenges. With a blend of humor and expertise, Otsuka delivers a valuable resource that celebrates the brilliance of ADHD minds. Whether you’re newly diagnosed or seeking fresh perspectives, this book is a must-read for smart, sassy women everywhere.

I thought this was really well written and I look forward to reading more from this author in the future. I think it will find readers at our library, so we will definitely be purchasing for the collection.

Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for this eARC.

"ADHD for Smart Ass Women: How to Fall in Love with Your Neurodivergent Brain" by Tracy Otsuka is a refreshing and empowering take on living with ADHD, especially tailored for women. Otsuka, a certified ADHD coach and podcast host, brings a wealth of knowledge, personal experience, and a touch of humor to a topic that is often shrouded in stigma and misunderstanding.

The book is structured in a way that is considerate of its audience's neurodiversity, with engaging chapters that are easy to digest. Otsuka's writing style is conversational and witty, making the book feel like a series of insightful chats with a wise friend. She doesn't just focus on the challenges of ADHD but also celebrates the unique strengths and qualities that neurodivergent women possess, such as creativity, empathy, and an entrepreneurial spirit.

One of the book's most significant contributions is its emphasis on self-acceptance and leveraging one's ADHD traits as assets rather than viewing them as hindrances. Otsuka provides practical tools and strategies to help readers navigate daily life, tapping into their potential and embracing their neurodivergent brain.

While the book does not delve into medical advice, it offers a holistic approach to understanding and loving one's ADHD brain. It's a must-read for any woman who has felt out of place in a neurotypical world and is looking for a guide to harness her neurodivergent superpowers. Otsuka's work is not just a book; it's a movement towards embracing diversity in how we think and process the world around us.

"ADHD for Smart Ass Women" is a game-changer for women with ADHD. It's a celebration of neurodiversity, a toolkit for thriving in a neurotypical society, and a call to action to own one's brilliance. It's a book that doesn't just sit on a shelf; it walks with you, talks with you, and encourages you to live authentically and unapologetically.

This is definitely a book for some women with ADHD but it's not for this woman with ADHD. It's a little too focused on seeing ADHD as a "superpower" and I'm someone who looks at my diagnosis more pragmatically. Also she definitely has a bias about meds - it's her book so that's fine but it does not match my experience and that of many other women with ADHD.

ADHD and attention spans have become a major focus of our society over the last decade. Some scholars even consider it an 'epidemic,' especially when it comes to getting diagnosed as an adult; the wild west of psychology if you will. However, some are quick to dismiss concerns of ADHD because of the drastic rise in diagnoses, saying that people don't actually have it and that it's just a fad, much like anxiety and depression (though if you're faking a mental disorder, you definitely have a mental disorder, but likely a different one).

Platforms such as Instagram and TikTok have led to lots of people, especially women, giving themselves a 'self-diagnosis' of ADHD and finally understanding why they've struggled so much and a community to help them grow and find ways to better themselves.

This book is a great intro to the world of ADHD and how it affects women differently than men (typically, but not always). The author adds multiple anecdotes to help readers relate. I recommend this read for anyone who suspects they may have ADHD or just wants to learn more about the increasingly visible neurodivergent brain.

As a parent of a young adult recently diagnosed with ADHD this book was very informative and helped ease my mind. While I know the journey won't be easy it is so helpful to have books like these written as guidance.

While nothing in this book was particularly new to me, this would make a great resource for anyone newly diagnosed or questioning a need for assessment. Full of advocacy tips and info about how this different way of thinking manifests differently in women and how to view this difference in a positive light.

This book truly has changed my life. I have always had ADHD, but never felt like it impacted me until I graduated college and lost any sense of structure I had grown comfortable with. I will be buying a copy for every single loved one that is neurodivergent.

"ADHD for Smart Ass Women" by Tracy Otsuka is a game-changer in the world of ADHD literature, offering an empowering, enlightening, and thoroughly engaging guide tailored specifically for women who possess both high intelligence and ADHD. Otsuka, with her vibrant wit and deep understanding of the subject, crafts a narrative that not only educates but also celebrates the unique strengths and challenges of smart women with ADHD.

What makes this book stand out is Otsuka's approach to ADHD as not a deficit, but a different way of thinking that, when understood and harnessed, can be a source of incredible strength and creativity. She writes with a passionate and persuasive voice, advocating for a shift in perspective that encourages women to see their ADHD traits as assets rather than obstacles. This positive framing is both refreshing and much-needed in a conversation that too often focuses on the difficulties ADHD can present.

Otsuka's insights are backed by research and enriched by her personal experiences, making "ADHD for Smart Ass Women" not only informative but also deeply relatable. She addresses the challenges of navigating a world designed for neurotypical minds with practical advice, from managing everyday tasks to maximizing one’s potential in personal and professional endeavors. Her strategies for success are innovative, tailored to the ADHD brain, and imbued with a sense of humor and self-acceptance that makes even the most daunting advice feel approachable.

Another compelling aspect of the book is its focus on the often-overlooked issue of women with ADHD. Otsuka sheds light on how ADHD manifests differently in women, tackling the stereotypes and misconceptions that can lead to late diagnoses and misunderstood behaviors. Her book is a call to arms for women to embrace their neurodiversity, armed with the knowledge and strategies to thrive.

"ADHD for Smart Ass Women" is also an incredibly motivating read. Otsuka's energy and enthusiasm for her subject matter are contagious, inspiring readers to approach their ADHD with a new sense of optimism and possibility. The book is filled with stories of successful women who have turned their ADHD into their superpower, providing not just inspiration but also a sense of community and solidarity.

In addition to its empowering content, the book is a pleasure to read. Otsuka's writing style is conversational, witty, and full of personality, making complex topics easily digestible and engaging. Her use of humor and candid anecdotes ensures that the book feels like a conversation with a wise friend rather than a clinical guide.

In conclusion, "ADHD for Smart Ass Women" by Tracy Otsuka is a must-read for women seeking to understand and embrace their ADHD. It offers a powerful mix of practical advice, personal insight, and motivational stories, all delivered with warmth and wit. This book is not just a guide to managing ADHD; it's a celebration of neurodiversity and the incredible potential of women who think differently. Otsuka has created a masterpiece that stands out as both a valuable resource and a source of inspiration for smart women everywhere.

A good primer tackling the stereotypes associated with the condition, showing how women are affected differently due either to biology or societal conditioning, while providing some life advice in a delightfully irreverent manner.

I received this book in exchange for a honest review from NetGalley.

Overall a good book about learning and advocating for yourself as a woman with ADHD. Since I have been looking into my own struggle with ADHD for years now a lot of the factual information contained within this book is information I already know. That said this book is an excellent starting point for people who are not as far along in learning about ADHD.

I have a difficult relationship with books that even remotely fall into the realm of "self-help" - I either find them unbearably dry, or entirely too saccharine to feel genuine. Tracy Otsuka manages to hit the right tone in "ADHD for Smart Ass Women," though, and I found it fascinating. She makes a somewhat complicated topic digestible, and feels supportive and encouraging without feeling like it's all put-on and over the top. (Looking at you, Rachel Hollis.) Not to mention, having read this, there are so many aspects of myself that I saw reflected back at me that I think I might take the steps to determine whether or not the answer to a lot of my emotional and mental-health struggles over the last few years might lie here, instead of simply with depression and anxiety. It was a quick, interesting read full of great information - for neurodivergent and neurotypical readers alike! - and I'm also going to look into her podcast.

This was a really great, comprehensive guide for all women who have ADHD or think they might. It helps shed a lot of light on how as women we process information we receive and how we process it. I love how Otsuka also writes about the positive traits that women with ADHD possess, and I also appreciate how actual research studies were discussed in the book.

Thank you, William Morow, Tracy Otsuka, and Netgalley for an arc of this book. I love books about accepting and loving your ADHD and how to hack your brain to be more productive and reach your full potential.

ADHD for Smart Ass Women was a helpful, compassionate guide to dealing with adult ADHD. I liked the various techniques and advice.

This book is amazing. I was recently diagnosed with ADHD and am still looking for resources. This one was great. I will definitely be using it to remind myself that I can do this.

Finally a book written by/for women with ADHD. after reading other popular titles on the subject, I never felt like I could relate to what the authors were stating because they were so male centric. This book was immediately a breath of fresh air and relatable. Now I need to check out her podcast!

I LOVED THIS BOOK! As someone who is 43 and just over the past year has realized I have ADHD this book was such a blessing. I loved that the book explains how our brains work while also giving tips and tricks to overcoming or working through the tough times. There were even times while reading that I’d realize something new about myself and why I do something. A few times I’d have to set the book down because I was so overcome with emotion that I couldn’t see through the tears. I wish I had this book when I was younger. I am definitely passing it along to my teenage daughter.

When you have a child that gets diagnosed as ADHD, you start doing a lot of second guessing- what have you done wrong, could you have done something else, why did teachers not catch it earlier, what do we have to do differently, etc, the list is so VERY long, as you come to grips with the past, look at the now, re-evaluate, pivot and lean for the future with many prayers. What keeps moms of teenage girls with ADHD up late at night is the worry about how they will cope with the stressors and realities of adulthood. And that is where this book is different than a lot of books out their aimed at parents about their kids.

In this book Tracy looks at late-diagnosed adults with ADHD, how most come to be diagnosed after their kids are diagnosed (wait, they get that from me, I think, hang on....let me make an appointment too, LOL), or after friends are, and they see themselves mirrored in the symptoms. What the reality is that ADHD is a spectrum and many may be on one end and stressors of puberty, pregnancy and peri-menopause can actually accentuate and send you further down the spectrum line, to where you may see that you do have symptoms/behaviors. So by looking at how different people have come to be diagnosed and the studies on teens/women with ADHD, Tracy looks to not only normalize being neuro-divergent, but for the reader to see what superpowers are needed to have it and still cope with adulthood. She then offers ways to help strategize, to look at ways that might be better to help you functioning (and not forgetting to pick the kids up from school, LOL). But the overall thread in the book is that ADHD does not have to LIMIT women, rather the special capabilities might actually be life changing- urging you into a different career, hobby, etc, that ultimately makes your life richer and happier! Pick this one up for any adult females you know with ADHD and especially for younger women, to help them to know they aren't alone!