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Brossura
Pagine
240
Lingua
Inglese
Pubblicato
Sep 3, 2019
Editore
Healing Arts Press
Edizione
3rd Edition, Revised and Updated Edition of Attention Deficit Disorder: A Different Perception
ISBN-10
162055898X
ISBN-13
9781620558980
Descrizione
Thom Hartmann delves into the intricate and often misunderstood world of ADHD, presenting a compelling argument that those with this condition possess unique strengths and talents suited for today’s fast-paced environment. He metaphorically likens ADHD individuals to hunters, agile and adept in their adaptive skills, while contrasting them with the farmer's world of routine and predictability that dominates modern society. This perspective provides a refreshing lens through which to view the challenges faced by those with ADHD, illustrating how their natural abilities can lead to success when harnessed correctly.
Through insightful anecdotes and research, Hartmann encourages a rethinking of traditional educational and professional structures that frequently stifle the potential of ADHD individuals. He advocates for a society that values diverse cognitive styles, promoting environments that allow for creativity and flexibility. This exploration not only sheds light on ADHD but also opens a dialogue about the ways modern life can better accommodate and celebrate neurodiversity.
Through insightful anecdotes and research, Hartmann encourages a rethinking of traditional educational and professional structures that frequently stifle the potential of ADHD individuals. He advocates for a society that values diverse cognitive styles, promoting environments that allow for creativity and flexibility. This exploration not only sheds light on ADHD but also opens a dialogue about the ways modern life can better accommodate and celebrate neurodiversity.
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A really interesting book looking into ADHD. Framed from a hunter/farmer perspective on how ADHD traits would have appeared throughout the course of history and how the modern world can clash with those traits, the book tackles individual challenges and explorers how they can be managed and turned into advantageous skills. Importantly, it does an excellent job at highlighting how it is not a disorder but acknowledges how its interpretation over previous decades can put individuals in difficult circumstances for later life.Not all chapters were strong. I found the final few, while inspiring, went off track a little. It didn't detract too much from my overall feeling on the book though.
April 17th 2026