• The ADD Myth: How To Turn Your Child's Problems Into Strengths

By Thom Hartmann

Paperback

• About the Book:

In "The ADD Myth," Thom Hartmann challenges conventional views of Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). He proposes that what is often diagnosed as a disorder may instead be a set of traits well-suited for hunter-gatherer societies, suggesting that individuals with ADD/ADHD possess unique strengths and a different way of processing information. Hartmann explores how these "hunter" traits, such as creativity, intuition, and high energy, can be nurtured and channeled into positive outcomes. The book offers practical advice for parents and educators on how to understand and support children with ADD/ADHD, helping them to thrive by recognizing and leveraging their inherent abilities rather than focusing solely on perceived deficits. It encourages a shift in perspective, viewing ADD/ADHD not as a disability but as a different cognitive style with potential advantages.

• Details:

• Publisher: Park Street Press
• Publication Date: 2015
• Language: English
• Pages: 288
• Genre: Psychology, Child Development, Parenting, Attention Deficit Disorder
• ISBN: 9781609256395