A Neurotic Confesses
A neurotic confesses
An intimate memoir of humor, anxiety, and neurodivergence
A Neurotic Confesses is the second autobiographical book by Sandrine Plassard. In this deeply honest work, the author shares her inner world without filters: her anxieties, obsessive thoughts, emotional struggles, and daily life with what she then understood as ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder).
This book was written at a pivotal moment in her life—before discovering she was autistic. At the time, lacking more accurate words, Sandrine used the term neurotic to make sense of her experiences.
This context is essential: what you are reading is a raw, lucid, and sometimes harsh self-observation, written before a life-changing diagnosis brought new clarity. That is precisely what makes this book so powerful and authentic.
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What is ADHD?
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder is a neurodevelopmental condition characterized by three main types of symptoms, which may appear separately or together: difficulty with attention and focus, hyperactivity, and impulsivity.
Contrary to common belief, ADHD is not limited to children. Many adults live with it for years without knowing. In adulthood, ADHD can manifest as mental exhaustion, difficulty prioritizing tasks, constant distraction, inner restlessness, and a persistent feeling of being overwhelmed.
ADHD is often associated with other traits, such as high intellectual potential or other forms of neurodivergence. In A Neurotic Confesses, Sandrine describes with striking accuracy what this means in everyday life.
What is obsessive neurosis?
Obsessive neurosis belongs to the family of anxiety disorders. It involves intrusive thoughts, compulsions, mental or behavioral rituals, and ongoing anxiety.
These mechanisms can become extremely overwhelming, especially when misunderstood or minimized by others. In this book, Sandrine does not attempt a medical diagnosis—she simply describes her lived experience: the feeling of being trapped in repetitive thoughts, irrational fears, and control strategies used to manage inner chaos.
Living with ADHD and anxiety patterns
In A Neurotic Confesses, readers discover—through humor and self-irony—the life of a woman with a sharp mind, often perceived as awkward, excessive, or out of sync.
Obsessive tendencies, anxieties, and personal quirks sometimes overshadow her true personality.
ADHD amplifies this gap: memory lapses, emotional intensity, disorganization, difficulty handling the unexpected. Sandrine invites readers inside her mind—openly, honestly, and often humorously.
She speaks about love, rejection, shame, the need for validation, and gradually, the emergence of something stronger: self-kindness as a survival tool.
This book offers a rare inside perspective on what it means to live with a constantly active mind in a world that often misunderstands neurodivergence.
A book written before the autism diagnosis
A key element runs throughout the book: at the time of writing, Sandrine did not know she was autistic.
The word neurotic”was the only framework she had to explain her hypersensitivity, emotional intensity, and sense of being different.
With hindsight, this gives the book an additional layer of meaning. It reflects how many neurodivergent women perceive themselves before a late diagnosis: too sensitive, too complex, too intense.
A Neurotic Confesses becomes a powerful testimony of diagnostic wandering and self-blame.
A deeply human and accessible testimony
A Neurotic Confesses is neither a theoretical essay nor a medical guide. It is a lived, embodied story—accessible, often funny, sometimes unsettling, but always deeply human.
Many readers—whether they live with ADHD, anxiety, or simply the feeling of being different—recognize themselves in it.
This book opens a space for understanding invisible struggles and encourages greater kindness toward oneself.
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For any interview or press inquiries, please contact Sandrine via the Contact page.
FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions about A Neurotic Confesses
Who is this book for?
This book is for people living with ADHD, anxiety, or a sense of being different, as well as their loved ones. It also resonates with anyone interested in honest autobiographical writing.
Do I need to understand ADHD to read it?
No. The concepts are explained in a simple and concrete way through real-life situations.
Does this book talk about autism?
Indirectly. Autism had not yet been diagnosed at the time of writing. The book reflects that period of confusion and self-interpretation.
Is the tone serious?
The book explores deep topics but uses humor and self-derision, making it engaging and accessible.
Can I read this after Embracing autism at 56
Yes, but reading it before provides a clearer understanding of the inner journey leading to the diagnosis.