Healthline readers share their top picks for books on ADHD.
We recently asked our readers to submit their favorite books on ADHD.
Reading about a condition you or a loved one may have, or as therapy, is known as bibliotherapy.
Check out the recommended picks below!
Dr. Christopher Green, MD, a well-known pediatrician, has authored several books on helping your child thrive with ADHD. A reader recommended this one:
- “Understanding ADHD: A Parent’s Guide to Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder in Children”
Drs. Edward M. Hallowell, MD, and John J. Ratey, MD, have co-written a number of ADHD books, including:
- “Driven to Distraction” which covers coping with ADHD from childhood to adulthood
- “ADHD 2.0: New Science and Essential Strategies for Thriving with Distraction”
Dr. Russell A. Barkley, PhD, wrote:
- “Taking Charge of Adult ADHD”
Our readers love these two workbooks:
- “The Ultimate ADHD Workbook for Adults” by Ellis Haven
- “Mental Health Workbook” by Emily Susan Anderson
One of our readers adores this book for clearing their head:
- “Stop Overthinking: Stop Overthinking: 23 Techniques to Relieve Stress, Stop Negative Spirals, Declutter Your Mind, and Focus on the Present” by Nick Trenton
Thanks to our readers for writing in with their favorite ADHD and mental health books!