this provides a solid foundational education on adhd as it manifests in women, as well as why it differs from men, why it happens, how to manage it, and other related resources / effects of adhd (depression, pregnancy, medications, eating disorders, etc.).

some of the management i found to be your typical wellness 101, but still true and effective - just not anything that was new to me. i think for someone who is newer to adhd and/or is questioning if they might have it, this would be a great read to learn more.

one thing i felt it lacked in was talking about handling ableism. while i agree it's important to advocate for yourself at work, home, school, etc. there's also the very real reality that many companies and schools are ableist and, esp in the case of work, needing accomodations might be used against you or not fully delivered on. i just wouldn't want anyone to have the expectation that we're in any place yet that everyone is very understanding of disability and has the education or emotional understanding to account for it.

overall, i still found it very helpful and validating and i would def want to keep the resources on hand.

an honest arc review ♡

I've read so many books on ADHD and this was one of the first that really felt like it was tailored to the experience of being a woman with ADHD, which was so much more personally applicable for me (and so much more approachable in general as a reader struggling with self-doubt). Grateful to have this as a resource and will definitely be recommending when it comes to the content I write about my experiences as an AuDHD travel writer!

As a female who was diagnosed with combined type ADHD at 19, this book was extremely insightful and validating. By reading, I was able to learn some new methods of taming the “dance party in my head.” I think this book is a great resource!

'A Feminist's Guide to ADHD' sheds light on the unique challenges women with ADHD face in a society that often overlooks their needs. Maschke's insightful analysis provides an honest, empowering perspective when considering the intersection of gender and neurodiversity. Through personal anecdotes and research, she guides readers to navigate the complexities of ADHD and reclaim their power.

I will say that this book is a helpful resource to have if you are looking at the possibility of an ADHD diagnosis, or dealing with a system that is very heavily geared towards male diagnosis and diagnosis in childhood. I do find that this book was broken down in a bit of an odd way, with some of the symptoms and management put together a bit oddly.

I did think that it was helpful to have a resource for women, although I wouldn't strictly call it a guide so much as an introduction. It is hard, however, to put together an exhaustive resource, so I appreciate the effort of the author in putting together a solid introductory resource.

This was a really interesting, thorough and well written book.
I don't have ADHD and I don't suspect I have it, I chose to read it to see If I could understand others a bit more and also to see the apparent differences between men and women. This is explained really well.
A few bits were quite scientific, but I still thought it was a great read.
Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for an ARC in exchange for an honest review.

ADHD is still largely seen as a diagnosis befitting fidgety (white) boys who struggle in remaining focused during the long hours of school. As a result, girls and women are grossly under-diagnosed and thus experience prolonged suffering. Dr. Janina Maschke details the different ways in which women might exhibit and experience symptoms of ADHD and helps to demystify the diagnosis. I'm not sure that I got any distinctly "feminist" vibes from the book, but I suppose in a patriarchal society, anything that centers girls/women can come across as feminist.

I think this book is good for those who are newly diagnosed. As discussed in the book, most of the research is focused on men so is hard for women to get diagnosed on time and the resources might be limited.

Overall I found this book to be well written, informative and an educational read. Provided some new ideas and insights. Worth picking up if the subject matter affects you. Recommend.

Since being diagnosed with adhd I have been searching for books and material that apply to me as a woman. This one is great. Thank you so much :)

As a feminist with ADHD I was incredibly eager to read this ARC. The conversation on pretty much all ADHD research having been based on men, while a lot of women suffer from it, is incredibly important to me. The more people read about this, the better! It is a good introduction to ADHD, to the problems women face with it, but not a guide perse. However it was way more detailed than I expected, written in a way that held my attention and it's a gorgeous cover, which will give you that dopamine rush when you buy it. I would be very open for a physical copy to share with all my friends.

This book is helpful in explaining ADHD, particularly as it impacts on women.
I was expecting a stronger feminist analysis. There is some talk of society and its impact, but this could have been expanded on.
However, there is lots in here that women with ADHD will find useful such as values exercise, the importance of positive psychology, the way our hormones can impact on how ADHD affects us.

For a feminist's guide to ADHD, I am surprised that it wasn't more gender-inclusive.
I feel like there could be a little inclusion about the gender language used in the book, or at least addressing the use of pronouns, as well as the preferred language throughout the book for people with female reproductive organs. Perhaps a distinction is that of sex, rather than gender? Other books have done this well, and it might be pertinent to expanding upon this or add a note about it. I would highly recommend the editors and author add something to address this because it shows humility and addresses how one wrote the book. Perhaps the author and editors did not think of this, but it's something that other books have done well and could be used here, especially for an author who is using 'feminist' in the title.

That aside, I like this as a quick and comprehensive guide to ADHD, and the fact that it urges readers to self-advocate and gives them the necessary information and tools to do so. Asking for accommodations, for instance, is a huge thing that many people in the workforce don't readily utilize-- even if they *do* have a documented disability. I like the amount of care that Maschke put in her book to address and suggest these crucial tips and tricks. If I had known or had this book earlier, I probably would have asked for similar accommodations while I was in university or grad school too.

Looking forward to seeing if they take my suggestions before publishing!

So I chose to read this because we think my 14yo daughter may have ADHD and we, like so many other parents/carers are struggling to get help. I thought this may help me to understand the condition more.

I thought this was a great book about females and ADHD and how, over the years, it has been massively overlooked in our sex compared to boys. It is so informative about absolutely everything surrounding the condition through a woman's life. It's also a bonus that the author has ADHD too.

Each chapter starts by explaining what it is going to be addressing, then at the end of each, it gives you key parts to take away and think about. The author does a good job of breaking everything down in an easy way, so as the reader, you fully understand what is being told to you. There are case studies throughout that help to understand the ways an ADHD person feels and goes about things.
Throughout this book, it covers how ADHD and hormones work with the condition. Periods, pregnancy, and even through to menopause are talked about.
The only part I struggled with was when it explained how an ADHD brain works, no fault of the author, I just found it a lot of scientific explanation that my own brain struggled to process. After a couple more times of reading this section, I would have a better understanding of it.
I loved all the coping techniques and self-help exercises there are in this book. There are so many to try if you find yourself struggling.

This is a perfect book for those who may think they either have Adhd or know someone who may have it. Or for those who have just gotten a diagnosis of the condition. It's a good starting book.

Thanks to NetGalley and Watkins Publishing for my advanced copy.
My opinions are my own.

If you were diagnosed later in life with ADHD, this book is really informative and helpful. I found myself highlighting a lot of parts and sometimes entire pages. It's thorough and covers a lot of different parts of ADHD and what you might be feeling as you work through your new diagnosis.

Highly recommend to anyone looking for more information or even validation on how they have felt as a person with ADHD.

It was split up into clear chapters so you can pick and choose what to read and come back to it when you want. You could really pick it up from anywhere and start reading, it's segmented in a way that appeals to ADHD readers with a synopsis at the end of each chapter. (Love that!)

Thank you to netgalley and Watkins Publishing for an ARC to review.

This book is an excellent resource that I'd recommend to any woman who has or thinks she may have ADHD. It addresses topics such as brain chemistry, the misdiagnosis of ADHD in women, the link between hormones and ADHD and much more that otherwise might be overlooked by other generalized ADHD books. The relevant case studies supplemented the material nicely and really gave credibility to the research behind this guide. I also appreciated that the author knew her audience with the key takeaways each chapter!

Well I think I have determined that I do not have ADHD after reading this book but I am convinced some of my female family members do have it.

Recently I’ve been going through the diagnosing process of ADHD, which was very new to me. In this book I felt seen in my behaviors. Thank you so much to the author and net galley for this e-arc!

An amazing tool for women with ADHD. I was recently diagnosed and have tried a handful of books on the subject and was only able to find information that I already knew or books that gave the “girlboss your way out of it” vibe but this one was amazing. There were so many things I identified with and tools to work with my disorder. I loved how each chapter had the key takeaways and main topics so if I zoned out a bit I could get back on track easily

A straightforward, approachable, easy to digest introduction to ADHD in women with practical guidance on how to manage.

Thank you to NetGalley, the Author, and Watkins Publishing for access to a digital ARC. All opinions are my own.