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Millions of children and adults tell themselves or are told by others to stop procrastinating, start concentrating, sit still, finish what they started, and get organized. But what appears to be a matter of self-discipline is for many a neurological problem. Now two doctors reveal the impact precise diagnosis and treatment can have.
Author
Publisher
Scribner
Pub. Date
2006
Language
English
Description
"This indispensable reference--the first of its kind written for adults with ADD by adult with ADD--focuses on the experiences of adults, offering updated information, practical how-tos and moral support to help readers deal with ADD. It also explains the diagnostic process that distinguishes ADD symptoms from normal lapses in memory, lack of concentration or impulsive behavior"--Page 4 of cover.
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Publisher
Simon & Schuster Audio
Pub. Date
1995
Language
English
Description
Recognizing and coping with attention deficit disorder from childhood through adulthood. Through vivid stories of the experiences of their patients, both adults and children, the authors show the varied forms ADD takes--from the hyperactive search for high stimulation to the floating inattention of daydreaming--and the transforming impact of the precise diagnosis and treatment.
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Publisher
Random House Audio
Pub. Date
p2005
Language
English
Description
As Hallowell and Ratey point out, "attention deficit disorder" is a highly misleading description of an intriguing kind of mind. Original, charismatic, energetic, often brilliant, people with ADD have extraordinary talents and gifts embedded in their highly charged but easily distracted minds. Tailored expressly to ADD learning styles and attention spans, Delivered from Distraction provides accessible, engaging discussions of every aspect of the condition,...
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