When Too Much Isn't Enough: Ending the Destructive Cycle of AD/HD and Addictive Behavior [Paperback]

Wendy Richardson (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 18, 2005

This insightful book takes a thorough look at the link between AD/HD and addiction and offers tips on how to combat its devastating effects. Discover how the latest research underscores the importance of treating both the AD/HD and the addiction in order to ensure a full recovery.

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From the Back Cover

Don't let AD/HD ruin your life. Ever feel out of control--like you just can't get enough food, gambling, sex, or alcohol? Have you ever been diagnosed with or suspected that you might suffer from Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder? If so, AD/HD could be fueling your addiction. Even more serious, undiagnosed or untreated AD/HD might be undermining your recovery efforts. Family therapist and addiction specialist Wendy Richardson has been there too. Someone with AD/HD herself, Wendy explains the explosive link between AD/HD and addiction and offers tips on how to combat its devastating effects. She reveals how the latest research underscores the importance of treating both the AD/HD and the addiction in order to ensure a full recovery. If you or a loved one can't seem to overcome your addiction, you owe it to yourself to read this book. There might be scientific reasons why it's harder for you to recover. Don't let AD/HD rule your world. Take back control and begin a new chapter in life.

About the Author

Wendy Richardson, MA, MFT, CAS, author of The Link Between ADD and Addiction and Getting the Help You Deserve, is a licensed marriage, family therapist and a certified addiction specialist who has worked in addiction treatment since 1974. She is a nationally recognized expert on ADHD and co-occurring addictions, eating disorders, and criminal behavior. Wendy also has a private counseling practice in Soquel, California.

Product Details

• Paperback: 228 pages
• Publisher: Pinon Press; New Edition edition (January 18, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1576836312
• ISBN-13: 978-1576836316
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6.1 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (12 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #324,531 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #98 in Books > Health, Fitness & Dieting > Disorders & Diseases > Attention Deficit Disorder

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27 of 27 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A must have for your AD/HD Library, May 20, 2005

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Tara McGillicuddy (South Shore, MA USA) - See all my reviews
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Wendy Richardson once again writes an imformative and helpful book about AD/HD and addiction. This book delves deep into addictive behaviors that many adults with AD/HD face. This book isn't just about well known addictions like drugs and gambling. It discusses every day things like shopping, food, and the internet. Wendy also provides helpful ways to deal with AD/HD and addictive behaviors.

27 of 28 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars This is a really important book for people to read, June 29, 2005

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Jonathan Scott Halverstadt "Jonathan Scott Ha... (Northern California) - See all my reviews
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I see the devastating effects of AD/HD and addiction every day in my private psychotherapy practice. The GREAT NEWS is: THERE IS HOPE! Wendy Richardson presents crucial information about the connections between AD/HD and addictive behaviors (not just drugs and alcohol) in an easy read that is both enlightening and encouraging. This book presents the perfect balance between scientific facts and gentle words of encouragement. Ms. Richardson is very clear in making certain that the reader is not left with just information about the connection between AD/HD and addictive behaviors. She also provides the reader with valuable, "ready to use today," suggestions of what can be done right now to start the healing process. "When Too Much Is Not Enough" is the book to read - for individuals struggling with addiction, their family members, and everyone in the helping professions.
Jonathan Scott Halverstadt, MS, LMFT

13 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Breakthru Book - Ahead of its time!!!, December 6, 2006

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This review is from: When Too Much Isn't Enough: Ending the Destructive Cycle of AD/HD and Addictive Behavior (Paperback)

Wendy Richardson needs to find a larger audience for her work - the information is invaluable. This is one of my favorite books of all time. I have bought extra copies to give away to people in the field that need to understand the link between biology and addiction. 6 stars... BRAVO!!!!