Things I've actually read, listened to, and used — shared honestly, not comprehensively. Everything here is something I've personally found useful, with no affiliate links or sponsorships involved. It's a good starting point, not a definitive list — and if you're in any doubt about your own or your child's situation, please speak to a qualified professional such as your GP, a psychologist, or a psychiatrist.
Edward Hallowell & John Ratey
Updated classic from two leading experts (who both have ADHD themselves). Practical, warm, and genuinely helpful. One of the first books I read after my diagnosis.
Find on Amazon →Click here to read my review →Edward Hallowell & John Ratey
The original, still essential. Personal stories and clinical insight that help ADHD finally make sense — both to people who have it and people who love them.
Find on Amazon →Ross W. Greene
Technically not an ADHD book, but transformative for any parent whose child has big emotions and difficult behaviour. The Collaborative Problem Solving approach changed how I parent.
Find on Amazon →Jessica McCabe
Based on the brilliant YouTube channel of the same name. Practical, friendly, and full of concrete strategies. A great starting point if you're newly diagnosed.
Find on Amazon →Thomas E. Brown
Particularly good for adults who were high-achieving at school despite ADHD — the 'bright but' story. Helped me understand why diagnosis so often comes late.
Find on Amazon →Click here to read my review →Thom Hartmann
The theory is interesting, but really just a nice way for you to view the world of ADHD superpowers.
Find on Amazon →Ethan Knight
Written by an 18-year-old with lived experience of PDA (Pathological/Persistent Demand Avoidance). Technically an autism book rather than an ADHD one, but PDA overlaps enough with ADHD households that it's worth having on the shelf.
Find on Amazon →adhduk.co.uk
The best UK-specific resource I've found. Includes information on diagnosis, treatment, support, and a forum of people who genuinely understand.
Visit ADHD UK →Official UK clinical guidance
Dry but important — especially useful if you're advocating for support at school or pushing for assessment on the NHS.
Read the guidelines →Community forum
Large, active community of people with ADHD sharing experiences, strategies, and support. Quality varies but there's real warmth here — especially for newly diagnosed adults.
Visit the community →YouTube channel — Jessica McCabe
Clear, warm, practical videos on every aspect of living with ADHD. Brilliant for both adults and parents. I've shared many of these with my son.
Watch on YouTube →Eric Tivers
Long-running podcast with a practical, coaching-oriented approach. Great for adults who want strategies and real conversations, not just theory.
Listen →Emotional intelligence can be your greatest entreprenurial stength as an adult with ADHD
For the busy professional aaith ADHD
Listen →Notion, timers, and focus tools
The systems and apps I actually use to stay productive at work without spiralling — built up over years, and still not finished.
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