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Biography & Autobiography. Family & Relationships. Self-Improvement. Nonfiction. HTML: Like many women with attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), journalist and popular blogger Zo� Kessler was diagnosed late in life�well into adulthood, in fact. But instead of seeing this label as a burden to bear, Kessler decided to use it to gain a better understanding of herself, and to connect with others through her writing. In this unique and engaging memoir, Kessler shares her own stories of living with ADHD in a way that is relatable, but never predictable. Inside, she describes how her impulsive behavior has affected her love life; how being disorganized once stood in the way of landing a job; and how inattentiveness has caused certain challenges in her relationships. Kessler also offers key coping skills based on her experience; skills that you can use to focus your energy, become more organized, and boost your self-esteem while tapping into creativity and humor. Kessler's story illustrates how being diagnosed with ADHD late into adulthood can be bewildering, but it also shows what a great opportunity it can be to take stock of your life and make real, lasting changes. Whether you share her diagnosis of ADHD, or just like a good story, ADHD According to Zo� will inspire you and encourage you to embrace your quirks. For more information about Kessler and her work, please visit www.zoekessler.com.… (more)
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I have ADHD and like Zoe Kessler I was diagnosed late in life (right around the same time my son was diagnosed). Life with ADHD is a mixture of frustration, embarrassment, and sometimes humor. In a world surrounded by people who remember where they put their purse, always remember
I found the book to be encouraging at times (nice to know I’m not the only one) and a little weird at other times (“self-soothing” as an ADHD accommodation…really??). The chapters are divided up into the different challenges those of us face with ADHD, ie social situations, time management, etc. In each chapter, Kessler shares her own ADHD stories from both before her diagnosis and after. She discusses the various adjustments that she’s made in her thinking since being diagnosed and shares all of the information on ADHD that she has learned.
Overall, I think the book was helpful in reminding me that I’m not lazy or a bad person because of my ADHD although I do wonder if Kessler was a little too broad in blaming ADHD for some of her situations. It was an easy read and for that reason, I think I would recommend ADHD According to Zoe to a reader interested in learning more about ADHD.
*I received a complimentary copy of this digital ARC from the publishers and netgalley.com My review is my honest opinion.