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Though little is known about the condition itself, Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) is becoming a part of American household vocabulary. Thom Hartmann was one of the pioneers of ADD research. With his previous books he has shown how individuals with ADD are not just "hyperactive" or "easily distracted, " but actually possess highly adaptive, entrepreneurial skills - traits which served ancient hunters but which meet with resistance in modern agrarian societies. Beyond ADD deepens the discussion by showing how different people with the same diagnosis can exhibit different behaviors, ranging from hyperactivity to being withdrawn, from forgetfulness to being obsessively hyperfocused. He explores possible genetic origins and discusses how ADD-related traits may have served to further human evolution. He spotlights how modern life might contribute to ADD, from toxic environments that neurologically damages fetuses to nutritional deficiencies, a quick-fix consumer culture, and overpopulation. He documents the difficulties gifted children encounter in an educational system that does not stimulate them, and the hardships for visual learners in an auditory environment. As he discusses brain chemistry and physiology, he examines the pros and cons of the controversial drug Ritalin.
Paperback: 224 pages
Publisher: Underwood Books; First Edition first Printing edition (August 20, 1996)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1887424121
ISBN-13: 978-1887424127
Product Dimensions: 8.4 x 5.5 x 0.7 inches
Shipping Weight: 10.4 ounces
Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (10 customer reviews)
Best Sellers Rank: #1,498,154 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #50 in Books > Parenting & Relationships > Special Needs > Hyperactivity #2476 in Books > Health, Fitness & Dieting > Psychology & Counseling > Pathologies #13528 in Books > Science & Math > Behavioral Sciences
So many books look at ADD as a "problem" that must be diagnosed and dealt with. Thom Hartmann looks at ADD another way, a way that makes a lot of sense! This book is a MUST read for anyone who has ADD or anyone who knows someone with ADD and wants to understand. The Hunter/Farmer explanation puts it all into perspective. I am an adult with ADD, and the parent of a child with ADD. I often use Hartmann's theory when explaining ADD to other people. It is positive and empowering.
Far be it for me to even read a book. At 41, I started and run a public company. My 10 year old son was diagnosed with ADHD at age 4. This book not only helped me understand my son, it helped me understand myself. The result, I finally understood a logical explanation on why I thought I was different for so many years, and my son and I have never been closer. The challenges and the theories found in the book are incredible. I felt I was reading an explanation of how I think and act (or react). I wasn't looking for something to believe in, or to justify certain behaviors. However, almost every sentence drew me closer to the edge of my chair - just to see how my son and I operate. Thank you Dr. Hartmann!
This book does a great job of explaining the symptoms of ADD.The explanations are detailed, well written and easy to read. Recommend this book for anyone, if they want to really understand ADD.This book has a special ability to make a non-ADD person empathize with the behavioral aspects of an ADD person.
Gives various reasons for ADD, some traditional and some not as traditional. Very helpful to the self-image of people with ADD and clarifies that society is part of the problem. Some key points include;1) Education is conditioning and is particularly hostile to children with ADD.2) ADD is now an industry with victimization and illness now fashionable.3) The industrialized world provides an environment particularly challenging for people with ADD for reasons such as lack of exercise, lack of exposure to sunlight and too much television.This review appeared in the Annotated Bibliography of Learning A Living, A Guide to Planning Your Career and Finding A Job for People with Learning Disabilities, Attention Deficit Disorder and Dyslexia
This book really drills deep into the topic of ADD - why we're seeing it, what it is, why so many diagnoses, what can be done. Very impressive depth.
Excellent introduction to the topic of ADD. Hartmann sets forth in a highly accessible and concise manner many possible causal factors (i.e., genetics, social adaptation, nutrition, toxic environment) leading to ADD and ADHD. Hartmann also cites possible aggravating factors or factors which may not necessarily cause ADD but which may make the condition worse for those who suffer from it; the possible aggravating factors include lack of sufficient sunlight, lack of exercise and excessive exposure to television.I applaud Hartmann's willingness and desire to advocate in favor of child-centered education which takes into account how each individual child learns and processes information. In this regard, Hartmann is keen on shifting education to meet the child's style of learning rather than labeling a child "ADD/ADHD" because the child does not conform to a rigid or prescribed method of instruction. He points out that children as well as adults have a need to be challenged but not to the point that are completely frustrated. Accordingly, a reasonable level of challenge will stimulate an interest in learning and in participating in academics.Hartmann does not believe ADD/ADHD is necessarily "bad." Instead, he emphasizes the idea that supposedly high levels of distractibility and impulsivity---characteristics associated with ADD---may also be beneficial in a highly dynamic environment so perhaps the ADD individual so should seek academic and work situations that capitalize on these characteristics.Ultimately, Hartmann shares with the reader what he terms as "nourishing food for thought" on the subject showing not only his knowledge and insights about the matter but also his sheer fascination with it. I highly recommend this book, especially to someone who is relatively new to the subject matter.
Awesome book to understand ADD. I recommend it for anyone with ADD or anyone with someone in there family with ADD or ADHD.
If there's a book to buy on ADD, it should be this one. It just explains everything in a clear and concise way.
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