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Driven to Distraction

Recognizing and Coping with Attention Deficit Disorder from Childhood Through Adulthood

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Driven to Distraction

By: Edward M. Hallowell M.D. M.D.
Narrated by: John McDonough
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 Procrastination. Disorganization. Distractibility. Millions of adults have long considered these the hallmarks of a lack of self-discipline. But for many, these and other problems in school, at work and in social relationships are actually symptoms of an inborn neurological problem: ADD, or Attention Deficit Disorder.
Through vivid stories of their patients' experiences, Drs. Hallowell and Ratey now offer a comprehensive overview of one of the most controversial psychiatric diagnoses of our day. They show the varied forms ADD takes -- and the transforming impact of precise diagnosis and treatment. And, as successful professionals who are both living with ADD, they extend a message of hope and compassion to all listeners struggling with ADD in their own lives or in the lives of loved ones.
An enlightening exploration of a condition only recently identified, Driven To Distraction is a must for everyone intrigued by the workings of the human mind. Personal Development Personal Success Psychology Psychology & Mental Health Sociology Stress Management Thought-Provoking
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Hooray for this book! I have finally heard something that perfectly sums up how I've felt all my life. I'm not going crazy after all!

All jokes aside, this book is expertly written and backed up with both anecdotes and medical studies.

As someone with suspected adhd (awaiting consult), I did wonder if I would be able to make it through with the narrator's long drawn voice. So much so that I nearly didn't buy it. I'm so glad I did though. The narration was engaging and kept my interest throughout. It was a great tool for keeping me in one room at a time while I cleaned!!

Will definitely be listening again (as I have forgotten most of the things I want to take from this book hahaha!).

Just what I needed to hear!

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What a fantastic book read by a fantastic narrator. I have learned so much about myself through reading this that I will never be the same again.

Outstanding. Changed my life.

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A fantastic book helping people to understand ADHD and peoplw with ADHD. I loved it

great book

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First book I've finished for years, so insightful for anyone wanting more info on adhd and its affects

brilliant for newly diagnosed ADHDers

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At 62yrs Young, Many Years of Questioning and Major Mis-Diagnosis. ADHD Confirmed, Awaiting ASD Assessment. This Book Has Helped Me to Answer Questions I Would Have Had No Idea to Ask !!! .....Thank You.
DARE I SAY ? ..... Potential Life Saver and a Great Springboard for Ones Journey to A Far Better Way to Live Ones Life, Using The Insights and Tools to Lead a Full and Fulfilling Life....So There ! Xxx

So Glad I'm Knot Mad !!! ..... Thank You.

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