Living Well with Adult ADHD

Laura E. Knouse, PhD, is Professor of Psychology at the University of Richmond. She is an expert in studying and treating ADHD in adults. Her research focuses on the skills people need to cope with ADHD symptoms and achieve their goals--and the most effective ways to teach them. Dr. Knouse lives in Richmond, Virginia, with her husband and two children.Russell A. Barkley, PhD, ABPP, ABCN, before retiring in 2021, served on the faculties of the University of Massachusetts Medical Center, the Medical University of South Carolina, and Virginia Commonwealth University. Dr. Barkley has worked with children, adolescents, and families since the 1970s and is the author of numerous bestselling books for both professionals and the public, including Taking Charge of ADHD and Your Defiant Child. He has also published six assessment scales and more than 300 scientific articles and book chapters on attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, executive functioning, and childhood defiance. A frequent conference presenter and speaker who is widely cited in the national media, Dr. Barkley is past president of the Section on Clinical Child Psychology (the former Division 12) of the American Psychological Association (APA), and of the International Society for Research in Child and Adolescent Psychopathology. He is a recipient of awards from the American Academy of Pediatrics and the APA, among other honors. His website is www.russellbarkley.org.

“This book is a total game-changer for anyone navigating life with ADHD. Since diving in, I am already starting to build better habits and feel more in control of my life. The strategies are broken into simple, practical steps. Don’t miss out!”--Liz B., San Francisco“This book came into my life at just the right time. The strategies aren’t rigid; they’re adaptable to real life, which makes them incredibly helpful. Most of all, the book is compassionate and encouraging--it helps you work with your brain, not against it. It makes ADHD feel less overwhelming and more manageable. I know I’ll keep coming back to this book.”--Milo W., Richmond, Virginia"Bravo! Drs. Knouse and Barkley have written a superb, original book. The authors have adroitly included their wealth of knowledge and experience. I love all the brief chapters in the 'Menu of Moves for Living Well' section. From 'Show Up on Time' to 'Drive Safely,' I've never seen all the major ADHD hot spots addressed so clearly, succinctly, and authoritatively."--Edward Hallowell, MD, coauthor of Driven to Distraction“Unlike the many ADHD books that focus on neurobiology, this book gives you excellent, immediate help for dealing with common challenges. In an engaging, humorous style, Drs. Knouse and Barkley offer skillful suggestions for addressing specific issues, as well as practical strategies to improve life overall.”--Peg Dawson, EdD, coauthor of Smart but Scattered“Drs. Knouse and Barkley provide doable, bite-sized ideas that help people with ADHD figure out what they want to do and how to do it. They incorporate the latest understanding of ADHD, including the emotional impact, lifestyle factors, and how to boost self-motivation. This book is packed with everyday tactics for today’s adult with ADHD.”--Margaret H. Sibley, PhD, Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, University of Washington School of Medicine-

• PrefaceIntroductionChoose How to Use This BookI. Your ADHD Toolbox1. Tools for Organizing Time and Tasks2. Tools for Starting, Stopping, and Finishing3. Tools for Emotions and RelationshipsII. Menu of Moves for Living Well4. Show Up on Time5. Remember and Remember to Do Things6. Keep Track of Your Stuff7. Plan and Prioritize8. Complete Tasks Accurately9. Get Started and Restarted10. Stick with It and Wrap Up11. Switch Gears When You Need To12. Keep Your Commitments to Others13. Absorb Information14. Manage Restlessness15. Manage the Urge to Act Out When You’re Upset16. Make Thoughtful Decisions17. Reduce the Impact of ADHD on Your Relationships18. Organize Stuff and Space19. Find Your Fit at Work or School20. Eat Well21. Sleep Well22. Watch Your Substance Use23. Move Your Body24. Manage Money25. Drive SafelyIII. Principles for Living Well with ADHD26. What Are Your Whys?27. Principles for Living Well with ADHDResourcesIndex