16/01/2025
📚 Book Review: Wonderfully Wired Brains by Louise Gooding 📚
“Wonderfully Wired Brains” is a truly inspiring and insightful celebration of neurodivergent minds.
Written by a neurodivergent author, it offers a compassionate, authentic perspective that feels both relatable and impactful.
What makes this book stand out?
- 📖 Four Key Sections: The book explores brain basics, emotions, hormones, and more, breaking down complex ideas in an accessible and positive way.
- 🎨 Vibrant Illustrations: Engaging visuals bring the stories and concepts to life, making it enjoyable for readers of all ages.
- 🌟 Personal Stories: Heartfelt narratives highlight the strengths of individuals with ADHD, autism, dyslexia, and other neurodivergent experiences.
- 📘 Helpful Glossary: A thoughtful glossary at the end supports younger readers (and adults!) exploring these topics.
We especially appreciated how the book reframes differences as strengths rather than deficits which is how we work as a team.
It fosters empathy and understanding, showing how unique perspectives contribute positively to the world.
While it’s designed for children aged 7+, this is a valuable read for anyone—mental health service users, families, or anyone curious about neurodivergent experiences.
Whether you’re neurodivergent yourself or supporting someone who is, this book is sure to educate and inspire.
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Reviewed by: Heini Lin Assistant Psychologist, and Dr Fareeha Amber Sadiq FRCPsych FRSA Consultant Psychiatrist