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Great! 
This is a terrific book. I read it a couple of weeks ago - borrowed it from the local library, and have now got a copy on order. I'm sure I will come to it again and again - as there is so much in it. Hallowell and Ratey have covered many different aspects of ADHD: nutrition, cerebellum stimulation exercises, links with addiction and creativity, ADD and the education system, learning disabilities, medications, etc.
The fact that the chapters are short is wonderful. And I love the humourous writing style. (I actually had to force myself to stop reading a couple of times so that I could savour what I had just read! [I especially liked the line "I enjoy my stupid old brain" (though perhaps you need to read it in context [it's on p145])])
The only thing I wished after reading this book was that there had been a chapter on ADHD in girls and women. Though there are excellent books dedicated to ADD women, I think it would also be great for more general ADHD books to cover some of the specific difficulties faced by women. (there are examples of female ADDers in DfD, of course, but there is no section specifically on gender and ADD). Also, a few of the chapters seem like they could easily be expanded into full books. (perhaps future projects for these two authors?) But it still gets a five star rating, because of the breadth and quality of what *is* included... And becuase of its very positive and empowering spirit.
Thumbs up!
A tour de force!
I am a psychiatrist, and I think this is the first and maybe only book for patients with ADD and their loved ones.
Dr. Hallowell takes all the shame and fear out of ADD. This is the CD for the person who has ADD and doesn't want to talk or think about it. This is for the person who gets angry every time you mention ADD. It is great for adults with ADD and some kids.
Dr Hallowell talks about everything patients and loved ones need to know. Do not miss this book. It was a joy to listen to.
Real Help!
Wide variety of specific suggestions and actual information. Not just general advice and common sense!
Though not all suggestions will or should work for everyone, this book gave me a whole list of new avenues to explore after having already tried other books, therapists and the web.
I bought this book at time when I thought I had fought and improved as much as I could, and I would have to live with the rest of my "disorganization". Luckily, the friendly and optimistic dialog contained in this book convinced me that this plateau was a common stage and that there was still a lot of progress to be made.
A Wonderful Sequel to Driven to Distraction, but... 
I purchased this book after having the good fortune and privilege to read Dr. Hallowell's original guide to ADD. Like its predecessor, Delivered From Distraction has many eye-opening and helpful chapters on the various aspects of Attention Deficit Disorder.
Outside of the usual jaw-dropping price of a hardback copy, I have only one reservation to relay, but it is an important one. Given Dr. Hallowell's otherwise comprehensive approach to ADD, I'm wondering why the very critical subject of employment was largely omitted from this sequel.
Aside from humorous speculation as to whether Mssr. Hallowell's own ADD might have resulted in this omission, I feel it should be taken seriously. Anyone who struggles (and in this respect is otherwise gifted as a result of) with ANYTHING would naturally wish to read about how employment should be handled. To his credit, Dr. Hallowell does recite patient experiences in the work world, but does not go further in devoting at least a chapter, for instance, on work and ADD.
Some questions that come to mind are: What are the types of employment issues people with ADD face today? What types of jobs might be more suitable for one with ADD? What does one do when faced with a crisis at work that stems from ADD? What kind of advocacy exists for workers with ADD? Considering that Dr. Hallowell cites work and home life (the two biggies in anyone's life) as critical to the well-being of someone with ADD, I am thus both surprised and disappointed.
Dr. Hallowell is a pioneer in the field of ADD and a trusted friend and resource for all with ADD. I believe our lives would be enhanced greatly if he were to address in greater depth this very important issue. I look forward to hearing from him on this subject in the future.
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