Dirty Laundry
Why adults with ADHD are so ashamed and what we can do to help
(Author) Richard Pink Roxanne EmeryIf you have ADHD - or love somebody who does - DIRTY LAUNDRY will change your life, and your relationships. Do you feel crippling shame because you struggle with cleaning, personal hygiene, or timekeeping? Do you always feel misunderstood by the people close to you and find that they get frustrated by your behaviour?DIRTY LAUNDRY is an unfiltered look into the chaos of real life with ADHD. It will transform your self-hatred into self-acceptance, with simple tips that actually work for your brain.
It will also help to educate partners, parents and friends, to help them move from frustration to patience, understanding - and love. Learn how to:- Stop believing you are fundamentally broken- Stop judging yourself by the standards of a neurotypical world- Communicate your struggles to those who love you- Support someone with ADHD in ways that work for them- Be compassionate rather than judgemental ...and much more. From the husband-and-wife team behind social media phenomenon @ADHD_Love, whose viral videos have been viewed more than 200 million times, comes a fearless, often outrageously funny, account of life, learning, and growing with ADHD.
They share the strategies they have used to reduce shame, improve communication, and find happiness in their neurodivergent household. Filled with heartbreak and humour in equal measure, DIRTY LAUNDRY is an invaluable resource both for neurodivergents and the people who love them. 'Made us giggle and helped us forge a much deeper connection with our friends and family with ADHD.
A godsend!' Davina McCall & Michael Douglas‘Essential for ALL ADHDers and those who love them’ 5 star reader review‘It’s not just me! Blew my mind, validated my life’ 5 star reader review‘Life-changing’ 5 star reader review‘Soul-soothing reading for anyone in an ADHD affected relationship’ 5 star reader review
Richard Pink
Richard Pink is a prolific American author best known for his award-winning novel "The Color of Dreams." His writing style combines vivid imagery with poignant storytelling, captivating readers with his exploration of complex emotions and human relationships. Pink's work has made a lasting impact on contemporary literature.
Roxanne Emery
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