NOTE: Although the standard medical term is "Attention Deficit Disorder" or "Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder" (ADHD or AD/HD), there is some discussion in the industry as to whether it is always a disorder (unless medication is needed to function effectively). Rather, it could be viewed as a form of "differently wired brain" that is often a characteristic of pioneering visionaries and risk-takers, who will thrive when teamed with a detail-oriented business partner or assistant.
Driven To Distraction: Recognizing and Coping with Attention Deficit Disorder from Childhood Through Adulthood
by psychiatrists Edward M. Hallowell and John J. Ratey (who also have ADD) has been a very influential reference for understanding this tendency, whether severe or merely a response to stress. It is full of entertaining case studies and valuable self-assessment tools.
Delivered from Distraction: Getting the Most out of Life with Attention Deficit Disorder is a valuable sequel to Driven to Distraction by the same experts. This book includes a great collection of practical strategies for specific situations as well as more case studies and self-assessment tools.
ADDClasses.com is a educational organization helping people affected by Attention Deficit Disorder, whether for themselves or for someone in their life. Learn more about this kind of differently-wired brain and how to build on its strengths. They offer numerous resources including free teleclasses and an audio library.
