cool narrator. first audible book by the way

this was my first audible book and I must say it was easy. the narrator was not super boring and kept my attention. Considering the nature of this book I think that's a huge Plus

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A must read for all

Loved that the author has add, and experienced so many clients with add. I look forward to listening many more time. I have a much greater understanding of myself, my husband and our children.

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A revelation!

As a 40 year old who has just being diagnosed with ADHD after years of struggling with... Something... This book was amazing for me. It was recommended by my therapist, and in listening to the case studies, I found so many instances where I had experienced the exact same thing.

The book itself becomes slightly repetitive toward the end, and I do feel like we're at a major disservice by not being able to see some of the charts that are included in the printed version, but overall it was a great book, and really helped me to align my diagnosis with other adults experiencing ADHD.

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Foundational Education: Expert Information, Pleasant Delivery

I really enjoyed listening to this audiobook. Dr. Hallowell does a wonderful job explaining ADHD. I was diagnosed with ADHD 6 years ago, and have been educated about it off and on since then. I learned new things from his book, even though it is dated. I would consider this book one of the (if not thee) most foundational books on ADHD. I feel Dr. Hallowell speaks about ADHD matter-of-factly, and the fact that he also has ADHD makes you relate to him on a certain level. The narrator has a pleasant, theatrical voice that is enjoying to listen to. He puts outstanding emphasis in all the right places and the highs and lows of his voice will not put you to sleep. Very, very good book.

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Relatable and informative

A very useful book for those looking to learn about ADD or ADHD. This book is filled with excellent information about the two.

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Never has my Skip Back 30 seconds bottom been so well utilized. Will read again sometime!

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Hallmark Book for Understanding the Diagnosis

This is my 2nd time through. Other than challenging narration of lists, it's masterful perfection!

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Changed my life!

I now know what hasbeen wrong with me my whole life! and more importantly that it can be fixed

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Great explanation of what is going on

I suspect that I have ADD. I was never diagnosed as a child, but my mother told me that there had been discussions about if I might have it. She did not go for the test because of the stigma that diagnosis carried when I was in school.

Now 30+ years later to discover that all of my challenges in school while well documented, we’re not investigated is a bit of a disappointment to me because I could have at least been able to know what i was going through.

This book have a good explanation of the mechanics of what I recognized as a child and young adult, and also now as an adult. I’ll move forward from this and hunt for further resources to see if I can manage this condition that I have, be it ADD, or not.

If you ever tell yourself that you are stupid, and it’s an automatic reaction when things go wrong, check this book out. It may help...

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Well-written and full of great info

This well-written book does a fantastic job of laying out the characteristics of ADHD, including the range of presentations, through examples and otherwise. In addition to the abundant other content, the chapter on tips for coping with ADHD gives great practical advice, and the chapter on the research history and possible brain mechanisms of ADHD is a helpful piece for elucidating the disorder.

The narration is clear and energetic and easy to listen to at high speed.

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