1st Edition
The Hidden Impact of Unrecognised ADHD on Relationships Creating Repair and Learning to Flourish in a World of Distractions and Screens
Introduction
Part One
Chapter 1: What is it like living with ADHD and how does that affect the couple relationship?
Chapter 2: FOMO and Multitasking, How multitasking affects relationships
Chapter 3: The Model: Appreciation
Chapter 4: The Model: Differentiation
Chapter 5: The Model: Holistic Living
Chapter 6: The Model: Destination and Plus 1
Part Two
Chapter 7: - Worlds Apart
Chapter 8:– Connecting the Dots
Chapter 9: - The Fragility of Intimacy
Chapter 10: - Infidelity in the Digital Age
Chapter 11: - Venturing Beyond the Familiar
Part Three
Epilogue: Securing the Anchor
Appendix I: Exercises for Couples mentioned in the book
Appendix II: Ideas and tips for the Neurotypical and the ADHD Partners
Appendix III: EFT Tapping
Biography
Debbie Amichai received her master’s degree from Oxford University, UK. She is an accredited Couple and Family Therapist with over twenty-five years’ experience. Debbie's focus is couples where one or both partners has ADHD brain -wiring, where in most cases they are unaware of their situation and its effects on their relationship.
Yair Amichai-Hamburger is a Professor of Psychology and Communications and the Director of the Research Center for Internet Psychology (CIP) based at the Sammy Ofer School of Communications at Reichman University, Israel. A prolific author, his publications include Internet Psychology: The Basics (Routledge, 2017).
‘One of the book greatest strengths is its decision to speak to a broad audience without sacrificing rigor. Written by clinicians, it brings a genuinely timely, leading edge perspective to the rapidly growing problem of attention, screens, and relationships. The dual author voice makes the ideas vivid and accessible, and the therapy focused section turns those insights into practical guidance that will be invaluable for clinicians and a powerful supplementary read in college courses.
Jeff Cole, Professor Emeritus of Communication Research University of Southern California and Director of the Center for the Digital Future
‘A distinctive, compassionate, and practical guide for couples navigating ADHD, especially in a tech-saturated world designed to distract and compete for attention. Clear tools for communication, boundaries, and repair you can start using this week to help create the securely attached relationships you deserve.’
George Faller, a Leading Couples Therapist and President of the New York Center for Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
‘I couldn’t put it down. This book is fascinating, validating, and deeply affirming. It offers such an important new lens on neurodivergence in marriage and relationships, helping couples better understand their struggles and find healthier ways to communicate and connect. This is a much-needed book, and I will definitely be sharing it with my audience.’
Kate Moryoussef, Women’s ADHD Lifestyle & Wellbeing Coach (UK). Author of The ADHD Women’s Wellbeing Toolkit, Host of award-winning “The ADHD Women’s Wellbeing” Podcast.
