Life with ADHD: our guide to support and resources by Cathy Tong

ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) is becoming more widely recognised, and whether you have it or know someone who does, understanding it can make a big difference.

With so much info online, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed or misled. So, here are three trusted resources to help you navigate ADHD — chosen by a librarian who also has ADHD:

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1. The Pocket Guide to Neurodiversity – Daniel Aherne & Tim Stringer

Format: Print book
A short, clear intro to neurodiversity, covering ADHD, autism, dyslexia, and dyspraxia. It encourages adapting environments to help neurodivergent people thrive.

📚 Available in the Reading for Pleasure area at both LRCs:

College Lane: 362.1968 AHE
de Havilland: 362.1968 AHE

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2. How to Thrive with ADHD – James Kustow

Format: Audiobook
Written by a UK psychiatrist with ADHD, this book helps you understand your unique ADHD profile and offers a 7-step plan to build better habits around focus, emotions, and nutrition.

🎧 Free to stream via UH – [Click here to listen].

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3. Meditations to Change Your Brain – Rick Hanson

Meditation course on LinkedIn Learning
Short, varied meditations to help calm your mind and improve focus. Not ADHD-specific, but great for building a regular self-care habit.

📱 Easy to access on your phone – no YouTube rabbit holes!

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Bonus Tip: Reading for pleasure boosts wellbeing! Explore our comfy Reading for Pleasure spaces in the LRCs.

Written by Cathy Tong, Academic Liaison Librarian, School of Creative Arts