A.D.H.D. / A.D.D.
(Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder)
In Brief
Difficulty focusing, easily distracted, hyperactive, impulsive, careless, forgetful, can be anxious and/or depressed.
Quotes
“Why fit in when you were born to stand out.” ~ Dr. Seuss
“I dwell in possibility.” ~ Emily Dickinson
“Keep believing in yourself.” ~ John F. Kennedy, Albert Einstein, Bill Gates
Client / Therapist
Client:
“I don’t mean to interrupt people. I just randomly remember things and get really excited. ”
Therapist:
“Impulsivity can be tamed.”
Resources
Websites
Help4adhd.org
Aacap.org
Totallyadd.com
Chadd.org
ADDJourneys.com
Movies
Erased
Chained
Good Morning Vietnam
Mrs. Doubtfire
Dead Poet’s Society
Finding Nemo
Books
Driven to Distraction
~E. Hallowell
Putting on the Brakes
~P. Quinn, J. Stern
ADHD in Adults
~R. Barkley
Diagnosis Pros
Multiple talents, passion, and energy that can be guided. Diagnosis opens educational and community resources.
Diagnosis Cons
Over diagnosed. No objective tests. Fuzzy theories.
