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You mean I'm not lazy, stupid or crazy?!

Kate Kelly; Peggy Ramundo; Kate M. Kelly · 1993

Explore the age guidance, content cautions, positive qualities, and supporting notes for You mean I'm not lazy, stupid or crazy?! by Kate Kelly; Peggy Ramundo; Kate M. Kelly. This book is recommended for ages 15+; content notes include Alcohol or drugs, Frightening scenes, Products & advertising; positive qualities include Educational value, Good role models.

Ages 15+Source checked

Why this age? The content addresses ADHD diagnosis, self-esteem, relationships, work, and adult responsibilities in a detailed self-help format. It is not generally explicit, but younger readers may need context or support. This is guidance, not a safety guarantee; reading level and family context may differ.

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Recommended age15+

Strongest cautions

  • Alcohol or drugs1/5
  • Frightening scenes1/5
  • Products & advertising1/5

Strongest positives

  • Educational value5/5
  • Good role models4/5
  • Kindness & empathy4/5

What’s in it?

Products & advertising1/5
Why this rating?

Not applicable.

Romance1/5
Why this rating?

The book may address romantic partnerships and communication challenges, but it is a practical ADHD guide rather than a romance story.

Frightening scenes1/5
Why this rating?

Not applicable to this non-fiction self-help book.

Alcohol or drugs1/5
Why this rating?

Brief mention of medication used in the treatment of ADD.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience3/5
Why this rating?

Encourages the courage to seek help and acknowledge one's limitations.

Creativity & curiosity3/5
Why this rating?

Promotes finding creative solutions to daily executive functioning challenges.

Diverse representation2/5
Why this rating?

Focuses on the universal human experience of neurodivergence.

Educational value5/5
Why this rating?

Highly informative educational resource on ADD.

Kindness & empathy4/5
Why this rating?

Encourages self-compassion and more understanding responses from families, partners, colleagues, and professionals.

Positive messages4/5
Why this rating?

Strongly promotes self-understanding, practical support, persistence, and replacing shame with informed strategies for living with ADHD.

Good role models4/5
Why this rating?

The authors provide an excellent model of advocacy and constructive self-management.

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