Delivered from Distraction

Delivered from Distraction: Getting the Most out of Life with Attention Deficit Disorder is a 2005 book by psychiatrists Edward (Ned) Hallowell and John Ratey about ADD/ADHD. Delivered from Distraction is a follow-up to the book 1994 Driven to Distraction. Both books deal with the challenges of ADD/ADHD and offer advice on treatment and how to live successfully with the disorder.

See also

Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (F90, 314)

Main articles

History of ADHD · ADHD in adults · ADHD controversies · ADHD management · List of ADHD organizations · Social construct theory of ADHD · ADHD coaching
Major characteristics: Attention · Hyperactivity · Impulsivity

Sub-types

ADHD predominantly inattentive (ADHD-I, formerly ADD) · ADHD predominantly hyperactive (ADHD-H, formerly ADHD) · ADHD combined type (ADHD-C)

Notable publications

Driven to Distraction (1994) · Delivered from Distraction (2005)

Notable experts

Russell Barkley · Stephen Faraone · Edward Hallowell · John Ratey · Joseph Biederman · 19th century: Alexander Crichton

Relevant drugs

methylphenidate (Ritalin) · dextroamphetamine (Dexedrine) · mixed amphetamine salts (Adderall) · Non-stimulant: Atomoxetine (Strattera) · More...

Other

Low arousal theory · Sluggish cognitive tempo · Sensory integration dysfunction · Hypokalemic sensory overstimulation · Deficits in Attention, Motor control and Perception

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