From unpicking the science of ADHD to understanding how it manifests uniquely in girls, this is a practical guide for parents based on medical expertise and lived experience. Do you find yourself wondering, yet struggling to accept, that your child might have ADHD? Are you on a long waiting list for an assessment? Has your child recently been diagnosed and you are wondering what to do next? Are you overwhelmed daily by challenges and wondering how to go on? You are not alone. This book is your guide, offering practical insights, compassionate support and a roadmap to help you and your child thrive with ADHD. It combines evidence-based insights with the unfiltered realities of navigating ADHD as a parent, providing readers with actionable tools and emotional support. Dr Olivia Kessel's medical background allows her to approach neurodiversity with empathy and evidence-based solutions. This book reflects her personal story and professional expertise, offering hope, clarity and empowerment for families navigating similar journeys and ensuring their children have the support they need to become confident, thriving adults. Dr Olivia Kessel is a former medical doctor and is the host of the popular SEND Parenting Podcast. She is also mother to a daughter with mild cerebral palsy, dyslexia and ADHD.

This has given her a deeply personal understanding of the struggles neurodivergent children and their families face and fuels her passion to help other parents realise they are not alone and to empower them with knowledge and practical tools.