Beyond Add

Though little is known about the condition itself, Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) is becoming a part of American household vocabulary. Thom Hartmann was one of the pioneers of ADD research. With his previous books he has shown how individuals with ADD are not just "hyperactive" or "easily distracted, " but actually possess highly adaptive, entrepreneurial skills - traits which served ancient hunters but which meet with resistance in modern agrarian societies. Beyond ADD deepens the discussion by showing how different people with the same diagnosis can exhibit different behaviors, ranging from hyperactivity to being withdrawn, from forgetfulness to being obsessively hyperfocused. He explores possible genetic origins and discusses how ADD-related traits may have served to further human evolution. He spotlights how modern life might contribute to ADD, from toxic environments that neurologically damages fetuses to nutritional deficiencies, a quick-fix consumer culture, and overpopulation. He documents the difficulties gifted children encounter in an educational system that does not stimulate them, and the hardships for visual learners in an auditory environment. As he discusses brain chemistry and physiology, he examines the pros and cons of the controversial drug Ritalin.

ISBN 1887424121   Pages 233 ISBN13 9781887424127 (What's this?)   Volumes 1 Publisher Underwood Books Inc   Weight (grammes) 308 Imprint Underwood Books Inc   Published in California Format Paperback   Height (mm) 213 Publication date 20 Aug 1996   Width (mm) 141 Library of Congress 96026376   Spine width (mm) 18 DEWEY 616.8589   Academic level General DEWEY edition DC20

		Acknowledgements
		Introduction: Why We Have ADD
1		ADD is Profitable for Business		1
2		Education and Our Children		15
3		Genetics and Psychology		51
4		Social Adaptations		95
5		The Stress and Toxicity of Modern Life		121
6		Brain Chemistry and Physiology		147
7		Contemporary Lifestyles and Habits		171
		Summary: What Is This Thing Called ADD Anyway?		203
		Chapter Notes		205
		About the Author		209
		Index		211

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