ADHD Awareness Month

For Families & Parents

How do you manage parenting when you have ADHD?

Parenting with ADHD means you’re juggling two demanding roles at once: caring for your child while managing your own executive‑function challenges. Finding strategies, from pregnancy (for women) and beyond can can often help ADHD parents stay grounded, reduce chaos, and create a calmer home environment.

Creating predictable routines ADHD brains thrive on structure, and kids do too.
Using external supports like timers, visual schedules, and reminders to reduce cognitive load.
Practicing emotional regulation tools to manage overwhelm and reactivity.
Breaking tasks into micro‑steps so household responsibilities feel achievable.
Building co‑parenting systems that share load and reduce burnout.

Books to Help Your Family Understand ADHD Better

Kathy Hoopmann Mini Editions
All Dogs Have ADHD
All Cats Are On The Autism Spectrum
All Birds Have Anxiety

Author: Kathy Hoopman
Publication Date: 24th September

The new pocket-sized editions of the multi-million bestsellers helping to affirm neurodiversity for all
With charming, full-colour animal photographs, these new mini-editions celebrate individuality and reminds us that being "different" is something to be embraced.
Looking for something more accessible and in a larger print? Check out the Kathy Hoopman Boxset of all three titles!
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The AuDHD Teen Survival Guide
Develop Self-Knowledge, Confidence, and Thrive as an AuDHDer

Author: Sonia Ali
Publication Date: 18th June 2026
Age: Teens (12-18)

A practical and empowering guide for autistic ADHD teens, packed with strategies, activities and reflection exercises to help readers understand their unique brain, build confidence, navigate challenges and embrace their strengths.
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Mum Interrupted
The ADHD Woman's Guide to Pregnancy, Birth and Beyond
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Author: Sarah Marsh
Publication Date: 21st August 2026

Journalist Sarah Marsh combines lived experience and expert insight to explore ADHD through pregnancy, birth and early motherhood. Full of practical advice, reassurance and relatable stories, it's an essential companion for ADHD mothers and their families.
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Diving Deeper into the Science

How can you support your body when you have ADHD?

Living with ADHD means your brain and body work a little differently, and understanding those differences can make a huge impact on everyday wellbeing. Research increasingly shows that ADHD is connected to hormones, nutrition and the gut‑brain axis, all of which can influence energy, focus and emotional regulation.

How do hormones influence ADHD traits?

For many women and AFAB people, female hormones play a particularly important role. Fluctuations in oestrogen and progesterone across the menstrual cycle, puberty, pregnancy and menopause can affect dopamine levels, which helps explain why ADHD symptoms often feel stronger at certain times of the month. Recognising these patterns can make it easier to plan rest, routines and support.

ADHD and the gut-brain connection

Another key area is ADHD and the gut‑brain connection - the communication pathway between your digestive system and your nervous system. Because the gut produces neurotransmitters involved in mood and focus, supporting gut health through regular meals, fibre‑rich foods and steady blood sugar can help create a more stable foundation for attention and emotional balance. Nutrition also plays a role in supporting the ADHD body. While food doesn’t “treat” ADHD, consistent eating habits, protein‑rich meals and omega‑3 sources can help maintain energy and reduce the crashes that make executive functioning harder.

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Books for Helping Your Body Manage ADHD

ADHD Body and Mind
A Compassionate Guide to Rewilding Your Nervous System with Neuroscience, Nutrition, and Gut-Brain Health
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Author: Dr. Miguel Toribio-Matias
Publication Date: 21st April 2026
Age: Adults and young adults (16+)

An evidence-based, neurodiversity-affirming resource with practical tools to support overall wellbeing, written by Dr. Miguel Toribio-Matias, a nutritionist with lived experience of ADHD himself.
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Female Hormones and ADHD
The Impact on Brain and Body
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Authors: Lotta Borg Skoglund & Helena Kopp Kallner
Publication Date: 4th June 2026
Age: Adults and young adults (16+)
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Written by two ADHD specialists, this accessible guide explores the relationship between ADHD, hormones and women's health. Covering everything from puberty and fertility to menopause, it offers vital insights into the female ADHD experience.
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For Specific Aspects of ADHD

How can you manage rejection sensitivity dysphoria?

Helpful strategies include practicing self-compassion, challenging negative thought patterns, taking a pause before reacting, and communicating openly with trusted people about your feelings. Therapy, journalling, mindfulness techniques, and ADHD-focused support can also improve emotional regulation and make RSD symptoms easier to manage over time.

Books to Help You Understand Your ADHD Brain

Why Does Everyone Hate Me?
Understanding ADHD, Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria and Emotional Resilience
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Author: Alex Partridge
Publication Date: 24th March 2026
Age: Adults and older teens (16+)

From ADHD Chatter host Alex Partridge, this Sunday Times bestseller explores the impact of rejection sensitive dysphoria (RSD) on confidence, relationships and mental wellbeing, offering practical advice for building resilience and self-belief.
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Overcoming the Wall of Awful
A Practical Guide to Breaking Through Emotional Barriers
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Author: Brendan Mahan
Publication Date: 24th September 2026
Age: Teens and adults (14+)

ADHD coach and host of ADHD Essentials podcast, Brendan Mahan, introduces the concept of the "Wall of Awful" and shares actionable strategies for tackling procrastination, anxiety and emotional blocks.
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