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ADHD & Us

A Couple's Guide to Loving and Living With Adult ADHD
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ADHD & Us by Anita Robertson delves into the complexities of living with ADHD, offering an insightful exploration of how it affects relationships and daily interactions. The author draws on her professional experience to provide practical advice and empathy, helping both those with ADHD and their loved ones better understand and navigate its challenges. The book serves as a compassionate guide, fostering greater awareness and connection in the context of ADHD.
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You might enjoy this book if you're seeking a compassionate and insightful exploration of ADHD, focusing on personal experiences and psychological perspectives. It offers valuable guidance for those living with ADHD or those looking to understand and support loved ones, making it a meaningful read for anyone interested in psychology and human behaviour.

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Navigating adult ADHD in your relationship—simple, effective strategies to strengthen your commitment.

Communicating and thriving in a neurodiverse relationship is possible. ADHD & Us provides couples with the tools and strategies they need to connect and overcome the unique challenges they face on the road to long-term happiness and satisfaction.

Drawing from Anita Robertson's years of practice counselling couples with ADHD (attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder), this honest and straightforward guide helps couples better understand adult ADHD and how it affects relationships. It also provides the tools necessary for both partners to feel understood and respected. Learn how to avoid common conflicts, appreciate your differences, and meet each partner's needs. Together, you can make it happen.

This relationship guide for people with adult ADHD includes:

Five pillars of success - Learn about the five relationship pillars: praise, acknowledgement, games, growth mindset, and positive acceptance, and how they are essential in a successful relationship.

A practical approach to adult ADHD - Build communication skills and deepen your connection using engaging exercises that allow both partners to share in safe and constructive ways.

Modern and inclusive guidance - With expert advice based on the most up-to-date understandings of adult ADHD, this book is designed for use in all kinds of relationships.

Overcome the challenges of dealing with adult ADHD and thrive together with this simple, actionable guide.

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ADHD & Us by Anita Robertson receives praise for its compassionate approach and insightful exploration of neurodiversity in relationships. Reviewers highlight its effectiveness as a practical guide for couples, emphasising its role in celebrating uniqueness and overcoming challenges. The book is described as educational and enlightening, offering validation and revolutionary perspectives on ADHD dynamics in intimate settings.

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ISBN: 9781647397050

Publisher: Callisto Media Inc.

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 17 December 2020

Country: United States

Imprint: Callisto Media Inc.

Audience: General / adult, Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 14.0mm

Width: 152.0mm

Height: 230.0mm

Weight: 422g

Pages: 158

About the Author

Anita Robertson, LCSW, is a psychotherapist in Austin, Texas, who works with individuals and couples with ADHD. She runs an ADHD Relationship Bootcamp for couples who want to learn the necessary skills to enjoy the benefits of their neurodiverse relationship while avoiding common conflicts. She is a co-vlogger at the Steep in Thought YouTube channel and provides tips and information about common relationship issues on her blog at AnitaRobertson.com.

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