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A review by annanas
My Brain is Different: Stories of ADHD and Other Developmental Disorders by Monzusu
hopeful
informative
reflective
slow-paced
5.0
I really enjoyed this manga and I felt that I could relate to many of the stories. It was very sad and a little triggering sometimes, but overall I liked the hopeful message of the book. In particular the message that neurodivergent people are not trouble, we're in trouble and need help. Unfortunatly we aren't always seen that way, usually people expect us to change and adapt and if we don't people get upset. I remember one of the stories talked about if things would be different if they lived in the western part of the world, and as a swede I can say that it's probably true to some extent, but unfortunatly I still get harshly judged and struggle with my daily life. Constantly.
But overall it was nice to read other peoples stories and learn how they have learned to manage with some practical advice. I really love hands on practical advice from people who are neruodivergent themselves or people who work with neurodivergant people. Neurotypical people tend to tell us to make lists, put things in the same place or to just do things and it really isn't helpful at all and makes us feel like failures. But I do feel hopeful that when we get to share our stories like this, it can help us feel accepted and it will be easier for us to live our lives and do things our own ways.
But overall it was nice to read other peoples stories and learn how they have learned to manage with some practical advice. I really love hands on practical advice from people who are neruodivergent themselves or people who work with neurodivergant people. Neurotypical people tend to tell us to make lists, put things in the same place or to just do things and it really isn't helpful at all and makes us feel like failures. But I do feel hopeful that when we get to share our stories like this, it can help us feel accepted and it will be easier for us to live our lives and do things our own ways.
Graphic: Ableism, Bullying, Child abuse, Mental illness, Physical abuse, Suicidal thoughts, Violence, and Suicide attempt
Moderate: Ableism, Emotional abuse, Suicidal thoughts, and Violence