Summary of Terry Matlen & Sari Solden's The Queen Of Distraction

Please note: This is a companion version & not the original book. Book Preview: #1 Alex is full of fun and adventure, constantly on the move, slamming through life like a hurricane. Liz feels everything with intensity and worries over details. She is easily distracted, leaving a trail of unfinished projects behind her that give clues as to her latest interests and activities.#2 Attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder is a neurobiological disorder that affects the brain and causes impairment in executive functions and self-regulation. It typically begins in childhood and causes impairment in one or more environments.#3 ADHD is an umbrella term that encompasses the three subtypes of ADHD. The most common is the combined subtype, which combines both hyperactive/impulsive and inattentive symptoms.#4 If you have many of these problems and they interfere with your life, it may be time to get an evaluation for ADHD.