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ADHD 2.0
- New Science and Essential Strategies for Thriving with Distraction - from Childhood Through Adulthood
- Narrated by: Fred Sanders
- Length: 5 hrs and 27 mins
- Unabridged Audiobook
- Categories: Health & Wellness, Children's Health
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Driven to Distraction
- Recognizing and Coping with Attention Deficit Disorder from Childhood Through Adulthood
- Written by: M.D. Edward M. Hallowell M.D., John J. Ratey
- Narrated by: John McDonough
- Length: 13 hrs and 33 mins
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Through vivid stories of the experiences of their patients (both adults and children), Drs. Hallowell and Ratey show the varied forms ADD takes - from the hyperactive search for high stimulation to the floating inattention of daydreaming - and the transforming impact of precise diagnosis and treatment.
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Just got diagnosed at 41
- By James on 2018-09-18
Written by: M.D. Edward M. Hallowell M.D., and others
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A Radical Guide for Women with ADHD
- Embrace Neurodiversity, Live Boldly, and Break Through Barriers
- Written by: Sari Solden MS, Michelle Frank PsyD, Ellen Littman PhD - foreword
- Narrated by: Marni Penning
- Length: 6 hrs and 42 mins
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A Radical Guide for Women with ADHD is the first guided workbook for women with ADHD designed to break the cycle of negative self-talk and shame-based narratives that stem from the common and limiting belief that brain differences are character flaws. In this unique guide, you'll find a groundbreaking approach that blends traditional ADHD treatment with contemporary treatment methods, such as acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), to help you untangle yourself from the beliefs that have kept you from reaching your potential in life.
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Excellent Resource For Managing ADHD And Thriving
- By R.B.S.Park on 2021-03-02
Written by: Sari Solden MS, and others
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Delivered From Distraction
- Getting the Most Out of Life with Attention Deficit Disorder
- Written by: Edward M. Hallowell M.D., John J. Ratey M.D.
- Narrated by: Dan Cashman
- Length: 13 hrs and 21 mins
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In 1994, Driven to Distraction sparked a revolution in our understanding of attention deficit disorder. Now a second revolution is under way in the approach to ADD, and the news is great. Drug therapies, our understanding of the role of diet and exercise, even the way we define the disorder, all are changing radically. And doctors are realizing that millions of adults suffer from this condition, though the vast majority of them remain undiagnosed and untreated.
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Not a "How to" for ADHD
- By Nick v3.5 on 2022-04-25
Written by: Edward M. Hallowell M.D., and others
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The ADHD Advantage
- What You Thought Was a Diagnosis May Be Your Greatest Strength
- Written by: Dale Archer MD
- Narrated by: Walter Dixon
- Length: 8 hrs and 46 mins
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Sharing the stories of highly successful people with ADHD, Dr. Archer offers a vitally important and inspiring new way to recognize ADHD traits in oneself or in one's loved ones, and then leverage them to great advantage - without drugs. As someone who not only has ADHD himself but also has never used medication to treat it, Dr. Archer understands the condition from a unique standpoint.
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Really disappointed
- By Roxane Désilets on 2021-01-01
Written by: Dale Archer MD
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Taking Charge of Adult ADHD, Second Edition
- Proven Strategies to Succeed at Work, at Home, and in Relationships
- Written by: Russell A. Barkley PhD, Christine M. Benton
- Narrated by: William Sarris
- Length: 10 hrs and 48 mins
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If you're among the millions of adults with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), you need the latest facts about the disorder and its treatment. You need practical strategies to help develop your strengths and achieve your goals, whether on the job, in family relationships, or in personal pursuits. From renowned ADHD researcher/clinician Russell A. Barkley, this is the book for you. Dr. Barkley takes you through the process of seeking professional help, addresses frequently asked questions about medications and other treatments, and offers a wealth of advice and tips.
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Enlightening
- By Jackie Law on 2022-08-04
Written by: Russell A. Barkley PhD, and others
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Driven to Distraction at Work
- How to Focus and Be More Productive
- Written by: Ned Hallowell
- Narrated by: Christopher Kipiniak
- Length: 8 hrs and 12 mins
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Dr. Hallowell now identifies the underlying reasons why people lose their ability to focus at work. He explains why commonly offered solutions like "learn to manage your time better" or "make a to-do list" don't work because they ignore the deeper issues that are the true causes of mental distraction. Based on his years of helping clients develop constructive ways to deal with distraction, Dr. Hallowell provides a set of practical and reliable techniques to show how to sustain a productive mental state.
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- By Shawn P on 2017-12-27
Written by: Ned Hallowell
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Driven to Distraction
- Recognizing and Coping with Attention Deficit Disorder from Childhood Through Adulthood
- Written by: M.D. Edward M. Hallowell M.D., John J. Ratey
- Narrated by: John McDonough
- Length: 13 hrs and 33 mins
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Through vivid stories of the experiences of their patients (both adults and children), Drs. Hallowell and Ratey show the varied forms ADD takes - from the hyperactive search for high stimulation to the floating inattention of daydreaming - and the transforming impact of precise diagnosis and treatment.
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Just got diagnosed at 41
- By James on 2018-09-18
Written by: M.D. Edward M. Hallowell M.D., and others
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A Radical Guide for Women with ADHD
- Embrace Neurodiversity, Live Boldly, and Break Through Barriers
- Written by: Sari Solden MS, Michelle Frank PsyD, Ellen Littman PhD - foreword
- Narrated by: Marni Penning
- Length: 6 hrs and 42 mins
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A Radical Guide for Women with ADHD is the first guided workbook for women with ADHD designed to break the cycle of negative self-talk and shame-based narratives that stem from the common and limiting belief that brain differences are character flaws. In this unique guide, you'll find a groundbreaking approach that blends traditional ADHD treatment with contemporary treatment methods, such as acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), to help you untangle yourself from the beliefs that have kept you from reaching your potential in life.
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Excellent Resource For Managing ADHD And Thriving
- By R.B.S.Park on 2021-03-02
Written by: Sari Solden MS, and others
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Delivered From Distraction
- Getting the Most Out of Life with Attention Deficit Disorder
- Written by: Edward M. Hallowell M.D., John J. Ratey M.D.
- Narrated by: Dan Cashman
- Length: 13 hrs and 21 mins
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In 1994, Driven to Distraction sparked a revolution in our understanding of attention deficit disorder. Now a second revolution is under way in the approach to ADD, and the news is great. Drug therapies, our understanding of the role of diet and exercise, even the way we define the disorder, all are changing radically. And doctors are realizing that millions of adults suffer from this condition, though the vast majority of them remain undiagnosed and untreated.
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Not a "How to" for ADHD
- By Nick v3.5 on 2022-04-25
Written by: Edward M. Hallowell M.D., and others
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The ADHD Advantage
- What You Thought Was a Diagnosis May Be Your Greatest Strength
- Written by: Dale Archer MD
- Narrated by: Walter Dixon
- Length: 8 hrs and 46 mins
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Sharing the stories of highly successful people with ADHD, Dr. Archer offers a vitally important and inspiring new way to recognize ADHD traits in oneself or in one's loved ones, and then leverage them to great advantage - without drugs. As someone who not only has ADHD himself but also has never used medication to treat it, Dr. Archer understands the condition from a unique standpoint.
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Really disappointed
- By Roxane Désilets on 2021-01-01
Written by: Dale Archer MD
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Taking Charge of Adult ADHD, Second Edition
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- Narrated by: William Sarris
- Length: 10 hrs and 48 mins
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If you're among the millions of adults with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), you need the latest facts about the disorder and its treatment. You need practical strategies to help develop your strengths and achieve your goals, whether on the job, in family relationships, or in personal pursuits. From renowned ADHD researcher/clinician Russell A. Barkley, this is the book for you. Dr. Barkley takes you through the process of seeking professional help, addresses frequently asked questions about medications and other treatments, and offers a wealth of advice and tips.
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Enlightening
- By Jackie Law on 2022-08-04
Written by: Russell A. Barkley PhD, and others
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Driven to Distraction at Work
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- Written by: Ned Hallowell
- Narrated by: Christopher Kipiniak
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Dr. Hallowell now identifies the underlying reasons why people lose their ability to focus at work. He explains why commonly offered solutions like "learn to manage your time better" or "make a to-do list" don't work because they ignore the deeper issues that are the true causes of mental distraction. Based on his years of helping clients develop constructive ways to deal with distraction, Dr. Hallowell provides a set of practical and reliable techniques to show how to sustain a productive mental state.
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- By Shawn P on 2017-12-27
Written by: Ned Hallowell
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The Disorganized Mind
- Coaching Your ADHD Brain to Take Control of Your Time, Tasks, and Talents
- Written by: Nancy A. Ratey, John Ratey MD - foreword
- Narrated by: Virginia Wolf
- Length: 8 hrs and 15 mins
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For the millions of adults diagnosed with ADHD, The Disorganized Mind will provide expert guidance on what they can do to make the most of their lives. The inattention, time mismanagement, procrastination, impulsivity, distractibility, and difficulty with transitions that often go hand-in-hand with ADHD can be overcome with the unique approach that Nancy Ratey brings to turning these behaviors around.
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Highly recommend this for people with ADHD
- By Martine on 2019-08-09
Written by: Nancy A. Ratey, and others
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The ADHD Effect on Marriage
- Understand and Rebuild Your Relationship in Six Steps
- Written by: Melissa Orlov
- Narrated by: Laura Jennings
- Length: 8 hrs and 3 mins
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A resource for couples in which one of the partners suffers from attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), this book guides troubled marriages toward an understanding and appreciation for the struggles and triumphs of a relationship affected by it and to look at the disorder in a more positive way. Going beyond traditional marriage counseling, this discussion offers advice from the author's personal experience and years of research and identifies patterns of behavior that can hurt marriages.
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Partner of a ADHD Person
- By Alex O on 2019-03-20
Written by: Melissa Orlov
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Journeys Through ADDulthood
- Discover a New Sense of Identity and Meaning with Attention Deficit Disorder
- Written by: Sari Solden MS, Edward M. Hallowell - foreword MD
- Narrated by: Leslie Howard
- Length: 7 hrs and 42 mins
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Living with ADD affects the development of one's view of self, especially for those not diagnosed until adulthood, after an entire childhood of feeling "different" without knowing why. Solden takes a longer view of the challenges and sees living with ADD as an ongoing internal process. Journeys Through ADDulthood is a step-by-step guide through three stages, or journeys: toward understanding your brain and your primary symptoms; toward discovering your true identity and embracing your uniqueness; and toward learning to share your true self to connect with others.
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Excellent For Adults Seeking Growth Beyond Basics
- By R.B.S.Park on 2020-07-07
Written by: Sari Solden MS, and others
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ADHD & The Focused Mind
- A Guide to Giving Your ADHD Child Focus, Discipline & Self-Confidence
- Written by: Sarah Cheyette MD, Peter Johnson, Ben Cheyette MD PhD
- Narrated by: Peter Johnson, Sarah Cheyette, Ben Cheyette
- Length: 9 hrs and 44 mins
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Written by three experts in their fields - a pediatric neurologist, a psychiatrist, and a martial arts instructor - this breakthrough title provides a unique program for instilling the ability to focus in children with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder...The audiobook begins by explaining the basics of ADHD, including its common signs and what researchers have discovered about it. The remaining sections detail the components of the program, including its principles, its goals, and the practical ways in which these goals can be achieved.
Written by: Sarah Cheyette MD, and others
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How ADHD Affects Home Organization
- Understanding the Role of the 8 Key Executive Functions of the Mind
- Written by: Lisa Woodruff
- Narrated by: Lisa Woodruff
- Length: 2 hrs and 15 mins
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Do you walk in a room to organize and find yourself paralyzed and overwhelmed? Do you find yourself spending money on organizing solutions that don't work? Organizing isn't easy. And having ADHD doesn't make it any easier. But it doesn't have to be impossible.
Written by: Lisa Woodruff
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ADHD: A Hunter in a Farmer’s World, 3rd Edition
- A Hunter in a Farmer's World
- Written by: Thom Hartmann, Michael Popkin - foreword
- Narrated by: Robin Douglas
- Length: 7 hrs and 51 mins
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With 10 percent of the Western world’s children suspected of having Attention Deficit Disorder, or ADHD, and a growing number of adults self-diagnosing after decades of struggle, the question must be raised: How could Nature make such a “mistake”? In this updated edition of his groundbreaking classic, Thom Hartmann explains that people with ADHD are not abnormal, disordered, or dysfunctional, but simply “hunters in a farmer’s world.”
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there is a lot of good info, leftist viewpoint
- By lucien on 2020-02-11
Written by: Thom Hartmann, and others
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Scattered Minds
- The Origins and Healing of Attention Deficit Disorder
- Written by: Gabor Maté MD
- Narrated by: Daniel Maté
- Length: 11 hrs and 22 mins
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Written from the inside by a person who himself has ADD, with the wisdom gained through years of medical practice and research, Scattered Minds explodes the myth of ADD as a genetically based illness, offering real hope and advice for children and adults who live with this disorder.
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WOW
- By natty on 2019-01-16
Written by: Gabor Maté MD
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Divergent Mind
- Thriving in a World that Wasn't Designed for You
- Written by: Jenara Nerenberg
- Narrated by: Tegan Ashton Cohan
- Length: 6 hrs and 37 mins
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A paradigm-shifting study of neurodivergent women - those with ADHD, autism, synesthesia, high sensitivity, and sensory processing disorder - exploring why these traits are overlooked in women and how society benefits from allowing their unique strengths to flourish.
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Beautiful
- By Jenny Chiu on 2020-08-29
Written by: Jenara Nerenberg
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What Your ADHD Child Wishes You Knew
- Working Together to Empower Kids for Success in School and Life
- Written by: Dr. Sharon Saline, Dr. Laura Markham
- Narrated by: Dr. Sharon Saline, Cassandra Campbell
- Length: 7 hrs and 23 mins
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Veteran psychologist Sharon Saline shares the words and inner struggles of children and teens living with ADHD - and a blueprint for achieving lasting success by working together. Based on more than 25 years of experience counseling young people and their families, Dr. Saline’s advice and real-world examples reveal how parents can shift the dynamic and truly help kids succeed.
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Great Resource (from a Mom and Wife of ADD)
- By Issimus on 2021-05-04
Written by: Dr. Sharon Saline, and others
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Thriving with ADHD Workbook
- Guide to Stop Losing Focus, Impulse Control and Disorganization Through a Mind Process for a New Life
- Written by: Gerald Paul Clifford
- Narrated by: Tom Brooks
- Length: 3 hrs and 36 mins
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Finding it hard to stay organized? Losing your wallet every other day? These are things that many people with ADHD are struggling with. This book will present different tools that are specifically designed to make you feel in control of your life. It will tell you ways in which you can enhance your concentration power and stay focused on the task at hand. From time-management strategies to organization tips, this book is a comprehensive guide to living with ADHD.
Written by: Gerald Paul Clifford
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Taking Charge of ADHD, Third Edition
- The Complete, Authoritative Guide for Parents
- Written by: Russell A. Barkley
- Narrated by: Abby Craden
- Length: 16 hrs and 59 mins
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From distinguished researcher/clinician Russell A. Barkley, this treasured parent resource gives you the science-based information you need about attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and its treatment. It also presents a proven eight-step behavior management plan specifically designed for six- to 18-year-olds with ADHD. Offering encouragement, guidance, and loads of practical tips, Dr. Barkley helps you make sense of your child's symptoms, get an accurate diagnosis, and more.
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Saved my family
- By Amazon Customer on 2018-09-13
Written by: Russell A. Barkley
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Faster Than Normal
- Turbocharge Your Focus, Productivity, and Success with the Secrets of the ADHD Brain
- Written by: Peter Shankman, Edward Hallowell - foreword
- Narrated by: Peter Shankman, Bernie Wagenblast
- Length: 5 hrs and 41 mins
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Peter Shankman is a busy guy - a media entrepreneur who runs several businesses, gives keynote speeches around the world, hosts a popular podcast, runs marathons and Iron Mans, is a licensed skydiver, dabbles in angel investing, and is a loving father to his young daughter. Simply put, he always seems to have more than 24 hours in a day. How does he do it? Peter attributes his unusually high energy level and extreme productivity to his ADHD.
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Don't believe the hype - this book isn't worth it
- By David F. Wallace on 2017-11-30
Written by: Peter Shankman, and others
Publisher's Summary
A revolutionary new approach to ADD/ADHD featuring cutting-edge research and strategies to help listeners thrive, by the best-selling authors of the seminal books Driven to Distraction and Delivered from Distraction
“An inspired road map for living with a distractible brain . . . If you or your child suffer from ADHD, this book should be on your shelf. It will give you courage and hope.” (Michael Thompson, PhD, New York Times best-selling co-author of Raising Cai)
World-renowned authors Dr. Edward M. Hallowell and Dr. John J. Ratey literally “wrote the book” on ADD/ADHD more than two decades ago. Their best seller, Driven to Distraction, largely introduced this diagnosis to the public and sold more than a million copies along the way.
Now, most people have heard of ADHD and know someone who may have it. But lost in the discussion of both childhood and adult diagnosis of ADHD is the potential upside: Many hugely successful entrepreneurs and highly creative people attribute their achievements to ADHD. Also unknown to most are the recent research developments, including innovations that give a clearer understanding of the ADHD brain in action. In ADHD 2.0, Drs. Hallowell and Ratey, both of whom have this “variable attention trait”, draw on the latest science to provide both parents and adults with ADHD a plan for minimizing the downside and maximizing the benefits of ADHD at any age. They offer an arsenal of new strategies and lifestyle hacks for thriving with ADHD, including
- Find the right kind of difficult. Use these behavior assessments to discover the work, activity, or creative outlet best suited to an individual’s unique strengths.
- Reimagine environment. What specific elements to look for - at home, at school, or in the workplace - to enhance the creativity and entrepreneurial spirit inherent in the ADHD mind.
- Embrace innate neurological tendencies. Take advantage of new findings about the brain’s default mode network and cerebellum, which confer major benefits for people with ADHD.
- Tap into the healing power of connection. Tips for establishing and maintaining positive connection “the other Vitamind C” and the best antidote to the negativity that plagues so many people with ADHD.
- Consider medication. Gets the facts about the underlying chemistry, side effects, and proven benefits of all the pharmaceutical options.
As inspiring as it is practical, ADHD 2.0 will help you tap into the power of this mercurial condition and find the key that unlocks potential.
This audiobook includes a PDF of charts and appendices from the book.
PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying PDF will be available in your Audible Library along with the audio.
What the critics say
"Hallowell writes with clarity and humanity.... [ADHD 2.0] is a message of hope...a remarkably clear, personable, digestible and useful book.” (Dr. Lloyd Sederer, Psychology Today)
“Beautifully written, ADHD 2.0 is an inspired road map for living with a distractible brain. Two psychiatrists who have ADHD themselves combine the most recent brain science with humor, stories, and deep wisdom about how to manage your fluctuating attention. If you or your child suffer from ADHD, this book should be on your shelf. It will give you courage and hope.” (Michael Thompson, PhD, New York Times best-selling coauthor of Raising Cain)
“Infinitely validating, effortlessly funny, and staggeringly insightful.... This book will save lives.” (Jessica McCabe, creator/host of How to ADHD)
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- Anonymous User
- 2021-02-21
A "must-read"
Really really good but beware, if you're the type of person that unconsciously tend towards victimisation, be careful! it gives you a lot of tools that can be turned against yourself by putting the blame on circumstances. Own your destiny, to master your mind, you'll have to keep yourself accountable.
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- BaBlacksheep
- 2021-09-08
I found myself having AHA! moments frequently.
I really enjoyed this audiobook. There is a good mix of research reviews, personal stories and experiences. This helps me understand myself and many family, friends and coworkers a bit better. Some great stories that made me laugh and EXCELLENT verbiage to help explain ADHD to those experiencing it. I highly recommend this audiobook. I shared it with my close friends and my mom.
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- Christine Nielsen
- 2021-03-07
Everyone needs to read or listen to this!
Wether you have ADHD or VAST or not is irrelevant. You know someone, lead, teach, live with or manage someone who does. This is a game changer. Understanding and relatable. This completely helped me understand myself and my 18 year old son who was late diagnosed with ADHD. It’s incredible. Debunk myths.
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- Rupinder Jolly
- 2022-06-28
Didnt enjoy this book or find it useful
Reads like a robot reading Wikipedia articles.
Sharing skeptical research with a lesson on brain function, but it's more like a masters thesis and not for folks that actually want to improve their ADHD.
Don't recommend
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- Danika Ward
- 2022-06-26
This could change your life
In learning to help my son, I realized I needed a diagnosis after this book. As Dr Hallowell read his words, realizations were firing non-stop that I very likely have adult, undiagnosed ADHD. I made an appointment with my Dr and at the young age of 42, I received my diagnosis. I chose to medicate so I could fully understand what my son is going through as he is also medicated. For the first time in my life. my brain was quiet, thoughts were solely focused on what I was doing in the moment... it was glorious and I'm so much happier as I now feel fully myself.
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- Bobbi Jaye
- 2022-04-29
very informative!
easy listen- informative and direct. I put it on in the background while I did a million other things and still got a lot out of it! Highly recommended for those diagnosed, parents or partners to
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- Zekeria
- 2022-04-19
By Far the best of them all
Myself and my son are ADHDers. Am 35 just been diagnosed 5 months ago, I have been 4 different books(paper) so far and ADHD 2.0 is my fifth one (audiobook). In two days I finished it (7 hour’s) and will do it again but with a pen and paper breaking down each chapter because it is very very interesting and has a lot of things that make me go through emotional moments. I am learning as much as I can to take control and understand many fallback’s that I have been and still struggling to cope with.
By far this book has more critical information than any of the other books, podcasts or videos in YouTube that I have tried.
Thank you!
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- Britne Delaney
- 2022-02-04
This book is a gift
Very easy for me (with adhd) to follow and understand. The information is useful, on an emotional and practical level. Excited to listen to
It again.
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- tev
- 2022-01-06
a good place to start
a great place to start for anybody looking to improve their lives regardless of ADHD. this book discusses all the visible and invisible effects of ADHD and ADHD like behaviors, how to live with them and work through them. it provides a greater and more thorough understanding of the people around us and I personally feel great affirmation and better understanding of those around me from this book.
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- Kristen Cavanagh
- 2021-12-19
Great resource
Loved the overview of symptoms and treatments. Great accompanying resource to their book Driven to Distraction with updated info and research.
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- Amazingon Customer
- 2021-01-13
Wonderful but beware heavy on product placement
This was a great book. There isn't a lot of extraneous information like other books (although some is still there). He gets to the point which is perfect for people that have low attention spans. Highly recommend for those looking for the latest overall picture of ADHD updated science. My biggest complaint would have to be the product placements. There is recommendations for trying products that didn't seem to have a ton of evidence for (at least that is referenced). For example, if you go to Zing Performance or Kolbe A Index, you will see his name under "how did you hear about us?". So it seems reasonable that he may be getting kickback. I'm sure not how I feel about the ethics of that, and I feel like he could have done a better job of giving disclaimers, but a great deal of a few of the chapters felt like a sales pitch for some of these products. People with ADHD can be desperate and impulsive to buy and try anything, so it kind of makes us a bit vulnerable. Maybe they work, and they are the magic bullet, but it's very much a part of this book. Otherwise a ton of great stuff. Don't pass on it, just be aware. Definitely avoid the Kolbe Index. It's a rabbit hole of $$$ that will give you only basic vague insight you are probably already aware for answers to extremely ambiguous questions. Then will ask for more money to get unhelpful and extremely vague options for possible careers. I felt like it was a scam after spending >$100
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- KidPsychDoc
- 2021-03-27
Full of adds for non-proven treatments. So disappointing.
I am a psychiatric provider specializing in ADHD. Dr. Hallowell and Dr. Ratey have always stood out to me as well meaning experts on ADHD who wrote their books based on scientific legit research. While they continue to have good ideas and information in this book, it is also filled with marketing ploys and adds for many brand-specific treatments, including diets, supplements, tests, programs and other devices. Some that they claim to take themselves. Many are treatments I know are definitely not supported by the current research. Can’t say how disappointed I am they have sold out to these companies for the money. Makes it very hard to trust the rest of the information provided here. Very unfortunate.
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- Jessica
- 2021-06-15
Cut to the chase… you know who you’re working with
Every ADHD help book just repeats all the symptoms like a broken record. WE KNOW!
Word of advice. Tell me the symptom then immediately tell me the solution.
All these “adhd help” books are made for the neurotypical brain that needs a shit ton of stupid rationalizing 😂 WEEEEE KNOOOOWWWW JUST TELL ME HOW TO FIX IT
36 people found this helpful
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- Amazon Customer
- 2021-03-22
Good at first, but devolves rapidly
Important to know going in, the approach the author seemed to take here was to report and extrapolate on the cutting edge of research into ADHD and management strategies. By itself, there is nothing wrong with that. In fact, exposing a lay audience to information they likely don't have access to could he viewed as an important contribution. In my opinion, the author approaches this well in some cases, like when discussing the default mode and task positive networks (DMN and TPN) and their potential explanatory power for inattention and distractibility. At other times, like when there is mention of pretty thoroughly debunked EMF fields and their theorized impacts on health as worthy of consideration, I had a hard time staying engaged. I expected more thorough scrutiny from such an expert in the field. There is also subtle advertising of products and services, which I think is bogus. One section the author spends an entirely excessive amount of time describing an approach that purports to use improvement of the brains vestibular system in regulating emotions. The theory itself is interesting, but instead of the author giving the takeaway, which is to use any method that improves balance, he spends a lot of time trying to sell the audience on an untested treatment method and even gives the founders website and contact information. The most abhorrent is when he describes a provider's novel approach of treating ADHD with antihistamines, naming bandryl specifically. This is irresponsible, as there will inevitably be readers self-medicating with benadryl now. This is particularly dangerous for those who are undiagnosed and therefore have no access to appropriate medication management. If I'm giving the author grace, I think the book was published prematurely and should have waited for the science to progress. My cynical side says this was an income generator or the publishing company pushing for another book prematurely. My nihilistic side says this doctor has lost touch and shouldn't he treating patients anymore. Bottom line: you can skip this one. My suggestion: read up on connections between the DMN and ADHD on your own and save yourself some time. That is the only good information I found after listening to half the audio book. I couldn't stomach finishing it myself.
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- Melchior Pietrasik
- 2021-07-09
Audiobook about ADHD not for ADHD listeners
The book is clearly written in a concise manner and presents relevent information about the ADHD, however, the case for audiobook seems to be a different one; I have often dozed off due to monotone reading and lack of any particular hooks beyond my interest in ADHD.
I highly recommend this book, although ebook or print version might be a better alternative for people struggling with ADHD
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- Anonymous User
- 2021-03-28
To many adds!
The book at some points sounds like it is a bit too long commercial of supplements and some non-medical devices which are supposed to help with ADHD. Unfortunately the research supporting advertised stuff is often not shown.
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- Troy Silva
- 2021-02-26
Finally!
As someone who was recently diagnosed with ADHD, I tried listening to many different ADHD books here on Audible. I kept getting very bored (shocker). This book actually is very useful and filled me with hope, clarity, and excitement for the future.
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- M. R.
- 2021-07-06
I’m sure it’s good info…
I’m sure it’s good information, but the bars at or wasn’t engaging enough to hold my attention and I found myself zoning out repeatedly. This is probably a book you’ll have to read in print.
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- Christina
- 2021-10-21
An ADHD game changer!
As a woman who was diagnosed ADHD as an adult, this book changed by perspective of myself and my life. It helped me understand my childhood and it helped increase my self-worth. As a psychotherapist, this book has helped me recognize ADHD and neuroatypical traits in many of my clients. I recommend this book to most of my clients and/or their parents.
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- Maggie
- 2021-08-02
Actual advice!
I have listened to a few audiobooks on ADHD and haven’t retained any meaningful advice, but this book gives more strategies in an organized and well-explained way. Definitely the best ADHD book for those who already know the difficulties of ADHD, don’t need the background and just need the tools to better address it.
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- Rosa
- 2022-02-09
Amazing book!
Honestly, I started crying listening to the introduction, because I already felt understood and this continued throughout the whole book. Not only did I feel understood, the authors actually give amazing advice on how to live better with your adhd. The book both understands the difficulties and shows our strengths, all in a very real but positive way.