ADHD an A-Z by Leanne Maskell Summary
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Navigating ADHD just got simpler with Leanne Maskell's practical A-Z guide - the resource experts call "like having a friend walk you through your journey." Endorsed by neuropsychologists and designed specifically for ADHD brains, could this accessible 200-page manual be your key to harnessing creativity and resilience?
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Beyond Deficits: Understanding ADHD as a Different Operating System
Imagine your brain constantly racing at Ferrari speeds while everyone else cruises comfortably-this is daily reality for the 4% of adults worldwide with ADHD. Leanne Maskell's "ADHD an A-Z" transforms our understanding of this condition from a deficit-focused narrative to recognizing it as simply a different operating system. Think of it like comparing Windows to Mac-neither wrong, just processing information differently. ADHD manifests in three primary presentations: hyperactive-impulsive, inattentive (often in women), or combined. While everyone occasionally experiences forgetfulness, ADHD symptoms significantly impact daily functioning-short attention spans for boring tasks but intense hyper-focus on interesting ones, disorganization, difficulty completing projects, mental and physical hyperactivity, impatience, risk-taking, and mood swings. Yet ADHD brings remarkable strengths too: exceptional creativity, boundless energy, courage in trying new things, authentic self-expression, deep compassion, impressive multi-tasking abilities, and remarkable calmness during crises. Neurologically, ADHD affects the prefrontal cortex controlling executive functions. This explains why someone might intellectually understand what they need to do but struggle to execute it-creating that frustrating gap between knowing and doing that leads many undiagnosed adults to feel "lazy, stupid, or crazy" when they're actually dealing with neurological differences.
The Burnout Cycle: Why ADHD Brains Need Different Support
Confidence Rollercoaster: Finding Self-Acceptance with ADHD
The Diagnosis Journey: Finding Validation and Understanding
Executive Function: When Your Brain's Control Center Needs Support
Women with ADHD: The Invisible Struggle
Finding Your Flow: Mindfulness for the ADHD Brain
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Cree par des anciens de Columbia University a San Francisco
"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."
"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."
"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"
"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."
"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."
"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"
"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."
"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."
"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"
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