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Mentioned in 15 episodes

Driven to Distraction

Book • 1996

This romance novel follows the story of a woman who, upon approaching her 40th birthday, finds herself in unexpected and dramatic life changes.

The book explores themes of love, self-discovery, and the challenges of midlife transitions.

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Mentioned in 15 episodes

Mentioned by

Mel Robbins

as the author of "Driven to Distraction", a seminal work in ADD research.

145 snips

6 Surprising Signs of Adult ADHD

Mentioned by Jessica McCabe as an author of books on ADHD.

143 snips

Part 2: Attention-Deficit Neuropsychology (ADHD) with How to ADHD, Black Girl Lost Keys, Jahla Osborne + more

Mentioned by

Ed Helms

as a book that provided him with an epiphany about his own ADD/ADHD.

66 snips

From The Office to SNAFU: Ed Helms on History, Politics & Comedy

Mentioned by

Kristen Carder

when highlighting the importance of community for healing.

60 snips

330 ADHD-Proof Your Life: Real Tips from Real ADHD Brains

Recommended by Jesse Anderson as a helpful resource for understanding ADHD.

59 snips

135: Don't Eat the Frog, with Jesse J. Anderson

Mentioned by Steev as a book that helped him understand his ADHD better.

46 snips

294 The Emotional Toll of Procrastination

Mentioned by

J. Russell Ramsay

in relation to the origin of ADHD coaching.

33 snips

Why are more adults being diagnosed with ADHD? With Russell Ramsay, PhD

Mentioned by

Marc Almodovar

as a resource he picked up when he started his personal growth journey.

18 snips

ADHD and emotions in men (Marc Almodovar’s story)

Mentioned by Russell Ramsey as a book published in 1994 that brought more attention to adult ADHD.

15 snips

E75 - What is it like to have ADHD? (with Dr. Russell Ramsay)

Mentioned by

Ed Helms

as the book that made him weep and realize that ADHD was real.

14 snips

Ed Helms and the Good Old Days

Mentioned by

Sari Solden

as a book by Nat Hollowell and John Rady about Attention Deficit Disorder.

12 snips

She broke the silence on ADHD shame in women (Sari Solden’s story)

Mentioned by

Jeff Copper

while discussing coaching methods and the evolution of ADHD treatment.

ADHD Coaching and AI: The Present and The Future

Mentioned by

David Neeleman

when discussing a book his mother sent him about ADD.

JetBlue Airways: David Neeleman (2019)

Mentioned by

J. Russell Ramsay

as the author of a book on worry after 'Driven to Distraction'.

311- Coping with Anxiety and Adult ADHD in the COVID-19 World

Mentioned by

Breon Gummel

as a helpful resource for understanding ADHD and its impact on marriage.

ADHD in marriage: How it changed a relationship (Breon and Dan’s story)

Mentioned by Dr.

Kathleen Nadeau

as a book that significantly increased awareness of adult ADHD.

Hyperfocus: “Who are we missing?” One doctor’s lifelong fight for women with ADHD

Mentioned by Dr. Russell Ramsey as the source of a quote from Ned Hallowell.

E119 - How do we treat ADHD? (with Dr. Russell Ramsay)

Mentioned by

Jesse J. Anderson

as a foundational book for understanding ADHD.

Episode 38: Jesse J Anderson

Mentioned by

Marla Cummins

as authors of "Driven to Distraction", who state that developing talents and strengths is key.

Want to Succeed? Stop Managing Weaknesses. Develop Your Strengths

Mentioned by

Will Henshall

, noting the author is part of Focus at Will's science team.

Ep.507 ~ Brain Focus 2.0 - Different Brains Need Different Music for Peak Performance ~ Will Henshall

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