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Edward M. Hallowell (Author), John J. Ratey (Author)
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In Driven to Distraction, Drs. Hallowell and Ratey revealed why millions of adults and children are chronic underachievers, caught up in persistent problems in school, at work, and at home. The cause is not lack of self-discipline, but, rather, an inborn neurological condition, Attention Deficit Disorder, or ADD.

Answers To Distraction provides practical solutions to the dilemmas of ADD. This "user's guide" to ADD is presented in question-and-answer format ideal for even the most distractible reader. Each chapter covers a specific aspect of ADD, such as ADD in women, ADD and aggression, ADD and addiction, or ADD and work. The authors provide advice for teachers on recognizing ADD and helping students to cope, plus extraordinary insights into the relationship difficulties caused by ADD.

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In Driven to Distraction, Drs. Hallowell and Ratey revealed why millions of adults and children are chronic underachievers, caught up in persistent problems in school, at work, and at home. The cause is not lack of self-discipline, but, rather, an inborn neurological condition, Attention Deficit Disorder, or ADD.

Answers To Distraction provides practical solutions to the dilemmas of ADD. This "user's guide" to ADD is presented in question-and-answer format ideal for even the most distractible reader. Each chapter covers a specific aspect of ADD, such as ADD in women, ADD and aggression, ADD and addiction, or ADD and work. The authors provide advice for teachers on recognizing ADD and helping students to cope, plus extraordinary insights into the relationship difficulties caused by ADD.


Product Details

  • Paperback: 352 pages
  • Publisher: Bantam (March 1, 1996)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 055337821X
  • ISBN-13: 978-0553378214
  • Product Dimensions: 8.1 x 5.2 x 1.1 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 8 ounces
  • Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (25 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #463,991 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
    #71 in  Books > Health, Mind & Body > Disorders & Diseases > Attention Deficit Disorder

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85 of 87 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Outstanding companion piece to "Driven to Distraction", August 26, 1999
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The book's question and answer format is a perfect vehicle for finding and refinding essential information about ADD.

"Answers to Distraction" relies less on the first person stories of "Driven", focusing instead on delivering the appropriate amount of information for a specific question.

The books logical organization around chapter topics lets you concentrate your reading. It's a great book to keep handy.

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108 of 116 people found the following review helpful:
1.0 out of 5 stars more of the same, November 12, 2003
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If you have Driven to Distraction, don't waste your money on Answers. Dr. Hallowell directily quotes passages from his own book. It's just more of the same, only phrased as questions and answers. Much of the book is filled with repetition even from chapter to chapter.
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46 of 48 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Another book in the Bible of ADD., October 2, 1998
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Again, Drs. Hallowell and Ratey provide ADDers with another essential tool in dealing with their disability. Those who have ADD really should have this book and Driven to Distraction if they haven't it. Even if I reread the book, it continues to provide me with and remind me of helpful principles in living as an ADDer. One thing the books have taight me: ADDers are normal! We are trapped in a structure-trapped, overformalistic world that causes us to be distracted, yet has little tolerance for it. Yet the ADDer can survive - successfully. Thanks again to Drs. Hallowell and Ratey for such a relevant and helpful book - their books in fact!
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2.0 out of 5 stars I could have told you that!
I was not at all impressed with the content in this book. Here's a simplified version of the asked question and his answer:
Q: What kind of job should someone with ADD get... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Emily K. Schoenrock

5.0 out of 5 stars Best author on ADHD and ADD!!!
Answers to Distraction is a practical and informative book, and will help anyone who needs help coping with ADD! Read more
Published 2 months ago by Nadine

5.0 out of 5 stars adhd book
I have really enjoyed this book. I've highlighted and re-read several areas of this book.
Published 5 months ago by A. Miller

1.0 out of 5 stars seriously??
Who the heck pays attention to what kind of audio you are getting? I quickly ordered this on Amazon and was quickly disappointed when it came in the mail as a casette... Read more
Published 6 months ago by Angela Dunn

5.0 out of 5 stars "Answers to Distraction" is just what I have been looking for!
Edward Hallowell and John Ratey have written a book about Attention Deficit Disorder that is in an easily accessible question and answer format and doen't hide the information in... Read more
Published 7 months ago by Laura K. Deblank

5.0 out of 5 stars Good
I got it to introduce my mate to the world of Adult ADD. I think it was great and I liked it myself. Get the tape, give the tape, pop in the tape and job complete.
Published 7 months ago by Marcus Nunez

5.0 out of 5 stars "Can't put it down"
We bought this book as a gift for someone who has a hyperactive 7-year old son and lives in small village on a Caribbean island. Read more
Published 17 months ago by Tres Bon Bon

5.0 out of 5 stars Distracted but understood
Delivered on time and in excellent condition. I bought this book to help my husband and self better understand A.D.D.. It was very insightful. Easy to read as well.
Published 20 months ago by midea

5.0 out of 5 stars Very useful answers
I bought this book after I purchased Driven to Distraction (which is a great book). Answers To Distraction's format helped put the information you want/need into real life... Read more
Published 23 months ago by Lexi

5.0 out of 5 stars Answers to Distraction answered a LOT of my questions!!
I was diagnosed with Attention Deficeit Disorder at age 51. Although my son has suffered from this disorder all his life, it wasn't until I was diagnosed with the same problem... Read more
Published 23 months ago by Georgene

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