Smart But Stuck: Emotions in Teens and Adults with ADHD

Smart But Stuck: Emotions in Teens and Adults with ADHD
ISBN-10
1118421760
ISBN-13
9781118421765
Category
Psychology
Pages
288
Language
English
Published
2014-02-03
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons
Author
Thomas E. Brown

Description

Compelling stories that present a new view of ADHD Smart but Stuck offers 15 true and compelling storiesabout intelligent, capable teens and adults who have gotten "stuck"at school, work, and/or in social relationships because of theirADHD. Dr. Brown highlights the often unrecognized role thatemotions play in this complex disorder. He explains why even verybright people with ADHD get stuck because they can focus well onsome tasks that interest them, but often can't focus adequately onother important tasks and relationships. The first book to explain and illustrate the crucial role ofemotions in the daily functioning of those living with ADHD Brown, Associate Director of the Yale Clinic for Attention& Related Disorders, is an internationally known authority onADHD Drawing on the latest research findings, the book describesstrategies and treatments for getting "unstuck" to move on to amore rewarding and productive life.

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