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.
To learn more, you are welcome to read Success Strategies for the ADD / ADHD Entrepreneur or contact
me to schedule a complimentary initial coaching session to see what might be possible for you. I offer phone sessions as well as office appointments in San Anselmo, Marin County, California.
