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The Mini ADHD Coach

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As someone diagnosed with ADHD late in life, I found this really helpful and easy to digest. It feels daunting to pick up a book about ADHD -- probably because of the ADHD -- but I liked how informal this was.

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I loved this cute and fun approach to the topic. I found it accessible and entertaining, while still taking ADHD seriously and offering solid suggestions.

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This would be a great resource for someone who is newly diagnosed with adhd and is unsure where to begin.

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I've loved the instagram account, so having a physical book was a no brainer.

Alice does a great job of providing the information, while also spicing it up with cute comics.
As an ADHDer this method of getting the information without fluff, and in a novel form is wonderful.

Highly recommend this cute book to help explain ADHD to family and friends.

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Terrific tips, very readable, and the cute drawings are a comfort. Not a deep deep dive, but a great introduction.

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I really enjoyed reading this book! It had so many wonderful tips that were helpful for a multitude of ADHD symptoms, as well as understanding ADHD. Alice Gendron’s illustrations and writing were incredible and kept me focused on reading this informative book. I am looking forward to incorporating some of these tips and tricks into my daily life.

Thank you NetGalley and Chronicle Books for this ARC. All opinions expressed are my own.

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I absolutely love this book. It’s got so many things I needed to “hear” and so many great tips. It is permanently on my nightstand and I am reading it whenever and however I wish, like the author intended it. I highly recommend it not just to people with ADHD but to those living with them!

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Alice Gendron has always made relatable comics for those of us with ADHD that make me feel less alone and crazy! This book has all that along with some tips and tricks. Recommended for anyone that has ADHD!

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This was cute and informative, and I learned a lot as a non-ADHD person! Definitely great for someone who is just starting to learn about it.

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Great guide to understanding adhd, either in yourself or someone you know. The author breaks it down in easily understandable ways.

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I LOVE Alice's instagram account, so this book was a no-brainer. As a therapist, I recommend this book as a primer for newly diagnosed or questioning ADHD clients.

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The illustrated guide by Alice Gendron is a wonderful, informative, and engaging how-to on managing some of the more insidious aspects of ADHD.

As a woman who was diagnosed in her late 20s/early 30s, these hints, tips, and tricks would have been absolutely been helpful to kind of parse out and a gain a slightly better understanding of how to manage certain tendencies I'd noticed in myself.

The best part is that it starts off with a declaration of low stakes and comes from an understanding perspective. It was honestly surprising and healing to see that we're not alone in what we struggle with in the day-to-day.

Definitely worth a read!

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This was a great summary of information with lots of things that people just starting their diagnosis journey probably really needs to hear. I needed to hear some of them, even without a diagnosis and I am hoping to implement some of these things in my own issues.

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The Mini ADHD Coach is a fun, informative, and easy-to-read guide for people with ADHD. Read it from cover to cover or jump around. It’s simple to find what you need when you need it.

There’s plenty written about ADHD, but a lot of it is excessively complicated or dense. It’s full of practical actionable advice and tips that make it clear she knows the ADHD experience firsthand.

I recommend it for anyone with ADHD, but it’s especially helpful for those who are newly diagnosed and overwhelmed.

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When navigating through the vast sea of mental health literature, finding a piece that speaks directly and authentically to its intended audience can be a daunting task. But Alice Gendron accomplishes this with finesse and genuine understanding (she was diagnosed late in life) in her book, "The Mini ADHD Coach: How to (finally) Understand Yourself," a book I was fortunate enough to explore through an advanced reader copy.

As someone who specializes in ADHD within my psychotherapy practice, the appeal of "The Mini ADHD Coach" isn’t just in its accessibility but also in its respectful and accurate portrayal of the ADHD experience. Gendron successfully shares a wealth of knowledge into concise, easily-read segments, allowing readers to immerse themselves in valuable insights without feeling burdened by the volume of information. She also includes adorable pictures to accompany the information!

One of the delightful aspects of this book is the intentional design and structure that seem to organically weave through the interest-based learning experiences of individuals with ADHD. The capability to flip through any section of the book is not just a thoughtful addition but a necessary one, enabling readers to engage with the content in a manner that resonates with them most.

Moreover, the inclusion of charming visuals not only breaks up text but also adds an element of relatability. I was able to finish the book in 1 hour and 15 minutes that I broke up into a few reading sessions.

For professionals in the mental health field or those living with ADHD, this book is going to be a great resource! It will become a necessary tool by offering practical advice for navigating the complexities and learning to work with your ADHD brain rather than against it. This will absolutely be a book I recommend clients!

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Just found out last year that I'm ADHD and this is incredibly helpful. I learned so much and love how this book was structured. Very easy to follow and great flow.

Thank you for an advanced readers copy for an honest review.

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I really enjoyed this! It's very approachable, not overwhelming in advice, and gives real life tips that seem achievable. Also appreciated all of the info on ADHD and how to recognize it.

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This was a great book for those who have ADHD. As a parent of a child with ADHD, I found the book a very good resource for helping my child navigate their diagnosis and their world.

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This is a light read with ADHD basics. It probably would be a decent "bathroom book" (Do people have those anymore?) because it can be read in small segments and picked up from page. The illustrations were cute. That said as someone with executive dysfunction and many friends with ADHD, I'm not sure I really learned anything new. However, it might be good for someone who really isn't familiar ADHD at all though.

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This is an adorably illustrated book to be read by those who have ADHD or want to understand ADHD more. The author/illustrator give personal examples about how they deal with and manage their ADHD, while also giving advice and background knowledge.
Very cute and would recommend to the aforementioned audience.

Full review on Pages n' Pages podcast (episode post date 10/17/23- Chapter 120).

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