Attention Deficit (Hyperactivity) Disorder
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YOU MEAN I'M NOT LAZY, STUPID OR CRAZY?!: A
Self-help Book for Adults with Attention Deficit
Disorder Cassettes by Kate Kelly, Peggy Ramundo "I first
bought this book strictly because of it's title. Having spent 45
years feeling crazy & stupid and being accused of laziness most
of my life, I decided this book was for me. I didn't realize how
very right I was! When I started to read I realized I was reading
about myself. I identified with many of the descriptions of ADD from
childhood through to adulthood. It was incredible to learn I was not
alone in my daily frustration. This wonderful, informative book
started me on a road of self-discovery. I was subsequently tested
and diagnosed with Attention Deficit Disorder. The authors describe
this "disability" as an "ADD-ed dimension" and they are so right! I
now have self-esteem and self pride. My intelligence has been tested
and verified .. I'm not lazy, crazy or stupid and I thank the
authors of this book for that discovery. This book has changed my
life. I can now read a page without losing my place. I don't forget
what I'm saying or lose things as often. I have learned that I am
one of many who use an additional area of my brain & must
therefore learn to "process things differently". I no longer feel
timid, ashamed, afraid or just plain different. I can now accept and
like myself for the first time in my life."
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Honey, Are You Listening? How Attention Deficit
Disorder Could be Affecting Your Marriage by Rick, Dr. Fowler, Jerilyn Fowler
(This is a fantastic book that I recommend to not only anyone who is
married to a person with ADD, but for the ADD partner as well. The
Fowlers found several methods to help their marriage as Rick has the
ADD and will help you understand how different your ADD partner
thinks. Many suggestions include: learning how to get your point
across to your ADD partner, organization skills, dealing with
finances, anger and adjusting to hyperactivity and impulsivity. The
ADD partner tends to become overstressed, irritable and "tunes out."
The book discusses ways of dealing with this. Dealing with ADD kids
is discussed, the advantages of being an ADD adult, and much is
written about learning difficulties and how to overcome poor study
habits. Highly recommended).
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A.D.D. Kaleidoscope: The Many Faces of Adult
Attention Deficit Disorder by Joan Andrews, M.S., M.F.C.C.,
L.E.P., Denise E. Davis, M.S., M.F.C.C. (Excellent large,
comprehensive book not only for ADD adults, but for teenagers,
families and professionals as well. The ADD is discussed in detail -
the cause, the symptoms, recovery, medications, help in the
workplace, addictions, relationships, etc. The authors cite several
case examples throughout the book. The book is easily read and
understood and appears to be up to date).
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A.D.D.
In Poetry, One Family's Journey With Attention Deficit
Disorder
by Jennifer East ( excellent book, the poetry is wonderful and
though provoking. Its intelligent, but written in a way a child
could read it and take the message to heart. If anything, its rather
small at 20 pages, but still very good.)
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Survival Guide for College Students with ADD or
LD by Kathleen G. Nadeau, Ph.D. (A
very helpful book for college students who have the ADD or LD.
Many tips are included such as choosing the right college,
arranging for extended-time exams and much more).
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