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The Mini ADHD Coach

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Let me tell you about this fantastic book called "The Mini ADHD Coach" by Alice Gendron. It's an absolute gem that sheds light on what it's really like to live with ADHD. I give it a solid thumbs-up!

First off, the illustrations in this book are incredibly cute and relatable. They add a touch of humor to the whole experience and make it so much fun to read. You'll find yourself nodding along and saying, "Yep, that's totally me!"

What I appreciate most about this book is how it dispels common misconceptions about ADHD. Alice Gendron, who herself has ADHD, sets the record straight and shows that ADHD comes in various forms. You don't have to fit into the stereotypical mold to have ADHD. It's a breath of fresh air to see this level of understanding and relatability.

Throughout the book, you'll discover how ADHD can impact different aspects of your life, from daily routines to relationships. The tips and daily hacks provided are incredibly helpful. They offer practical strategies for dealing with strong emotions, understanding ADHD expressions, and working with your brain rather than against it.

I must also mention the glossary of ADHD language included in the book. It's a valuable resource that demystifies terms like "analysis paralysis," "hyperfocus," and "time blindness." It helps to build a solid foundation of understanding and empowers readers to navigate their ADHD journey with confidence.

"The Mini ADHD Coach" made me feel seen and understood. It's like having a friendly guide who gets you and offers support every step of the way. Whether you have ADHD or want to gain a better understanding of it, this book is a must-read.

In a world where ADHD is often misunderstood, Alice Gendron's book is a refreshing and enlightening resource. It shows that you're not alone and that thriving with ADHD is absolutely possible. So grab a copy, dive in, and embrace your unique brain.

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Thank you to Netgalley and Chronicle Books, Chronicle Prism for the eARC.

The Mini ADHD Coach is an excellent introductory guide to ADHD, for both people who have it (or think they may have it) and the people who love them. I also enjoyed that it was primarily illustration-based with small blurbs of text rather than a text-heavy guide, as I think that will increase its accessibility to young people and people who can't focus on reading large blocks of text.

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I really enjoyed this book. I would honestly give it 4.5 stars if that was an option. My biggest difficulty with this book was that the author recommended lots of seemingly very helpful websites and services without actually providing the names or any other information to help us find and download them!

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I appreciate the visuals in the book. Someone living with ADHD, deeply appreciates the fact that the author took the time to list all available options to help with the complexities of daily living. This is definitely a book. I would recommend to anyone struggling with ADHD. It is beautifully written. Thank you so much for the visuals and guidance.

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This book is accurately titled and it’s a good resource for anyone on their ADHD journey. At the beginning, I thought maybe this was just for those with a new diagnosis since it was all basic information, but the middle and the end had good tips! It was also nice to read a quick book with cute pictures that confirmed that my brain isn’t completely broken. I always struggle with star ratings, so while this book isn’t what I would consider the same tier of my five star ratings (I’m not that picky…but you know), for what this book is, it deserves a high rating!

This was provided to me from net galley in advance in exchange for a review.

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I thought this was an engaging way to talk about ADHD. As a person diagnosed at a young age with it, I am still learning how to cope as an adult. This will be nice to have in our store!

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I was excited to find this on NetGalley- I follow the author’s Instagram and I love their posts. I think that as someone with ADHD, I am not necessarily the the best audience for this book- a lot of things covered are things I know. However, I think it is a GREAT book to give to someone who is either trying to figure out if they fit the ADHD profile or trying to understand someone they love who has ADHD. It is a great start for a beginner for sure, and as always I found the content and the images validated my experience. Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for this e-arc.

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An inclusive guide to ADHD that explores its diverse types, symptoms, diagnoses, and misconceptions, and shares how to work with your ADHD brain to fully understand yourself.

Diagnosed at 29, Alice Gendron offers full and supportive insight into life with ADHD, addresses common challenges and hurdles, and provides tips and ADHD hacks that will help you to get things done and live a more peaceful daily life. This illustrated and informative guide is a must-have for anyone looking to better understand ADHD and how to thrive with ADHD.

Through Gendron’s motivational voice and relatable illustrations, The Mini ADHD Coach will teach you:

How to emotionally process your ADHD diagnosis.
How ADHD can impact your daily life, from getting your morning started to time management, dating, making dinner, and more.
What ADHD expressions, such as analysis paralysis, hyperfocus, and time blindness, really mean.
ADHD hacks like habit-stacking and gamification to try out and find the solutions that fit your life.
The Mini ADHD Coach is the perfect resource for flourishing with ADHD.

As someone who has long suspected I’m dealing with undiagnosed ADHD, this was a surprisingly helpful resource. Filled with lots of information in easy-to-digest bites, this is a great way to provide those struggling with adhd additional tools and resources- and to feel more empowered to seek help.

I will definitely be returning to this frequently.

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This was informative without being preachy, and I learned a few new strategies for managing my own ADHD. A great balance of charm and information.

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This is a superb book for people who have ADHD and people who want to learn more about ADHD. I love how the author explains the traits, history, and common symptoms of ADHD. It teaches you about the meaning of ADHD and how it affects people. Some people seem to believe that only boys have ADHD, when really both men and women can have ADHD. I also love how the author gives advice and tips on how to maintain ADHD. Thing only one nitpick I have is the art style in the book.

While the art style is not that bad, but sometimes it can feel empty. I think it's really neat. The books feature different ADHD; I like how the author discuss their experiences with ADHD. Overall, I think this is really a great book that helps educate people about ADHD and gives great tips and advice to people who have ADHD.

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A great tool for learning about ADHD in small bite size pieces!

I really appreciated the artwork along with the formatting of the book. I would have liked to see some more medical and scientific information and references also brought in, but other than that I think this book is a great tool for anyone to use and learn from. I already have a list of tips that this book recommended to start trying!

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This was absolutely a book I needed to read. I've been struggling with my ADHD for years. I felt like I was being heard throughout the book because it highlighted a lot of things I've dealt with. It had a lot of helpful information in it that I hope will help me get a handle on my ADHD.

For anyone who is struggling to understand ADHD as an adult or even if you have a child who has ADHD this book is very helpful.

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The Mini ADHD Coach by Alice Gendron delivers on its promise to provide hacks to make life easier for those of us with ADHD. As an adult who has just started to properly manage my ADHD, I can't wait to put some of the recommendations into practice.

I received a review copy of this book from the author/publisher through NetGalley for my honest review. The opinions expressed in this review are entirely my own.

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Reading this book made me want to get evaluated for ADHD because I related to it SO MUCH. I would definitely recommend this to my library for purchase.

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I LOVED reading this book!! I have AuDHD and it's so nice to be validated, as well as given support. I am definitely purchasing this for my library's collection!

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This was a quick, easy read going into the basics of ADHD. As someone who thinks they have undiagnosed ADHD, this book is giving me the push to actually find out and do something about it! I highly recommend this to anyone with, who thinks they have or knows someone with ADHD, to learn a little bit more about the condition!

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Sweet, simple, informative and to the point. Very manageable “to do’s” which will greatly impact those who deal with adhd or perhaps suspect.


Thank you NetGalley for an advanced copy, all opinions are my own!

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There is a lot of great information in this book. Navigating ADHD is a difficult task. This is a great start to understanding ADHD and has many helpful tips.

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Everyone who thinks they have ADHD, knows someone who was diagnosed or is just curious needs this book! The illustrations are adorable and makes it such an easy read! I learned so much and I'm pretty sure I have ADHD. HIGHKY RECOMMEND THIS BOOK!

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I learned a couple of tips and tricks from this and the illustrations kept me engaged. If you're newly diagnosed this book may help you navigate what could work for you

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