Driven to Distraction (Abridged): Recognizing and Coping with Attention Deficit Disorder from Childhood Through Adulthood Audiobook

" After listening to this book, I have a better understanding of ADHD. I was recently diagnosed with ADD and I want to understand it more. If you are looking for a book to help you understand some of the signs and want to understand yourself and/or others this would be a good book to get. "

" Given to me by a coworker. A good read about ADD, anchored by a lot of patient narratives. I would recommend this to anyone who knows someone who has been diagnosed with the condition. "

" Great for adults trying to make sense of own experiences as an adult child with attention deficit disorder "

" Admittedly, I never finished this book. However, the book was good for giving me some insight into and compassion for the workings of the ADHD mind. "

" I read this book probably about 13 years ago when my young son was being labeled ADD/ADHD. It was a good read on the subject matter. It is very good for someone who is new to understanding what goes on in the mind of an ADD individual. "

" helped me understand my ex-husband... "

" Took me seven years to read this, once I did it changed my life. "

" so distracted...couldn't finish it... "

" Hallowell has ADHD himself. He understands the pitfalls of the disorder and argues that those with ADHD possess inherent strengths as well. A must read for teachers and parents. "

" The best book written about ADD and ADHD. Helped me to understand what my son was going through. "

" best book on adult diagnosis of ADD that I've seen "

" Well researched and written by two doctors who have ADD themselves. This book was very enlightening and thorough and includes a lot of resources and information that goes far beyond what most people know about ADD. Highly recommended for anyone who thinks they have it or loves someone who does. "

" Great information reminded me of why I do what I do. "

" Very informative! I really learned a great deal about ADHD, how it's diagnosed, and how it's treated. The real-life stories made the book more interesting. "

" Lovedlovedloved this book! "

" Even though this is an older book, it is still very relevant. Through the case studies I found comparisons to my difficulty at certain tasks, projects and relationships. I found strategies that I am implement to help me overcome some of these issues. "

" brilliant book for anyone who has ADD or anyone who knows some one who has. "

" For someone who has had ADHD his whole life without knowing. Driven to Distraction helped me explain what was going on inside, while not making me feel alone. "

" This book changed my life just by giving a name to something I thought was just the way things were. To say I feel relieved is an understatement. "

" Very good but if you have ADHD I would direct you to purchase Dr. Hallowells other book called "Delivered from Distraction" as I think it's got more great info for those suffering with it. "

" Recommended from my doctor and an easy read. A good place to start. "

" took awhile to get 'into' this book...but good insight into ADD/ADHD "

" I diagnosed myself with Adult ADHD after reading this. My son said, "Anyone who sits next to you for 5 minutes could have told you that." Apparently, I never sat still for 5 minutes with anyone. The book has a lot of padding and repetition, but the nuggets are there. "

" Oh my gosh...if I had only known years ago! This book was the story of my life! I will read it again and again! "

" Excellent! One of the definitive books on ADHD. Even my ADHD husband really liked it a LOT. We will buy this book. "

" brilliant book for anyone who has ADD or anyone who knows some one who has. "

" Nearly 20 years old and still have some wonderful, fascinating information about ADD, which is still widely misunderstood. I wish people--especially within the school districts--studied the disorder more to help kids who struggle with it. "

" Very thorough and informative, although I had trouble staying focused at times (and I got a bit tired of the nearsightedness metaphor). "

" A very helpful and eye-opening book about what I've been dealing with for years, but didn't understand before. Now I feel I have more of a direction to follow. I do wish more of it were geared toward young children in particular, but I think the section for that was helpful. "

" very helpful in understanding the symptoms, impact and treatment of ADD while being very readable. "

" Would recommend this book for anyone who has questions about ADHD "

" I can't help but wish I had read this book sooner. Revelatory is probably a good word. "

" Published in 1994, so outdated, although some good info. I especially like the optimistic tone. "

" The book I've been waiting for all my life. Does an excellent job of describing the problems faced by adults with attention-deficit disorder. The author (a fellow sufferer) writes with enormous compassion and clarity. "

" Though a bit dated, this book is still quite an informative look at what it's like to live with ADHD. For anyone new to ADHD, whether afflicted with it or knowing someone who is, it gives a good, basic understanding of the underlying issues that make ADHD such a challenge to those close to it. "

" Did not read entire book. Wanted to get a better understanding of ADD and it helped. "