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Scattered Minds

The Origins and Healing of Attention Deficit Disorder

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Scattered Minds

By: Gabor Maté
Narrated by: Daniel Maté
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Scattered Minds explodes the myth of attention deficit disorder as genetically based - and offers real hope and advice for children and adults who live with the condition.

Gabor Maté is a revered physician who specializes in neurology, psychiatry and psychology - and himself has ADD. With wisdom gained through years of medical practice and research, Scattered Minds is a must-listen for parents - and for anyone interested how experiences in infancy shape the biology and psychology of the human brain.

Scattered Minds:

- Demonstrates that ADD is not an inherited illness, but a reversible impairment and developmental delay

- Explains that in ADD, circuits in the brain whose job is emotional self-regulation and attention control fail to develop in infancy - and why

- Shows how 'distractibility' is the psychological product of life experience

- Allows parents to understand what makes their ADD children tick, and adults with ADD to gain insights into their emotions and behaviours

- Expresses optimism about neurological development even in adulthood

- Presents a programme of how to promote this development in both children and adults

©2023 Gabor Maté (P)2023 Penguin Audio
Attention Deficit Disorders Psychology Mental Health Human Brain

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Good advice for everyone, not just those with ADD

I think a lot of the advice, compassion and understanding presented in this book not only specifically applies to ADD children and adults but the world could significant benefit generally by applying these approaches with all people in mind. Everybody wants to feel safe, to feel heard, feel loved and feel like they can be their own true self. Those that suffer with ADD certainly have a higher mountain to climb and collectively we need to be aware and be educated and this book certainly goes a long way in presenting what we all need to hear, understand and apply.

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Cuts to core!

Love how Dr Gabor is a true reductionist, curing the disease that determines the systems rather than treating the symptoms to determine the behaviour. Such an eloquent way of reminding us of our own ability to heal our pain that ma infests as illness, through embracing love of one's self so we can love others.

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Knowledgeable and Insightful

"Scattered Minds" is a must-read for anyone looking to gain a deeper understanding of attention-deficit disorders. The author's insights are eye-opening and thought-provoking, offering a fresh perspective on the challenges faced by individuals with ADHD. The book is well-written and engaging, making complex concepts easy to grasp. I found the practical tips and strategies offered to be incredibly helpful in managing daily tasks and improving focus. Overall, "Scattered Minds" is a valuable resource that has the potential to make a significant impact on the lives of those affected by ADHD.

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So insightful

Well researched, well written, beautifully read. It has helped me make sense of my self, my parents and my child. And all this with an open heart and kind approach. Thankyou

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AMAZING! Best book about ADHD/ADD out there

This book is fantastic! This should be compulsory reading to all parents, doctors, psychologists and s therapists around the world. If you have ADHD ou have a family member with it, please read it. Thank you Gabor Mate 🙏🙏

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Insightful and detailed.

Very detailed examination on early childhood neuroscience and impacts of attachment theory in ADD origins.

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Profoundly insightful

If I resonates, will change your view on childhood and parenting. Your most important job.

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Good content and helpful tips

I found this book to be amazing when listening to it. So much made sense and I implemented many changes in my life that I can see made a big difference as far as family life goes.

I did however find the narrator dry. Having ADD, I had to rewind a few times because I quickly zoned out because his voice was monotonous however the content isn’t.

Gabor Maté is extremely educated and very convincing in the way he present his work. As with all experts in the field of mental health/ illness I take their work with a grain of salt. There’s so many different views and biases when it comes to this topic. In saying that, it greatly affected the way I structure my ADL to change my environment for the better.

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Essential reading for us all

Gabor Mate is one of a kind, as an esteemed psychiatrist openly and vulnerably sharing his own healing journey and its impact on parenting and inner peace. He does this with a deep acceptance of himself and others knowing until each of us heal the wounds of the past we will continue to enact them. A courageous journey to inspire us all to heal and raise children that are securely attached and well adjusted. Thank you Gabor.

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Great learnings

I learnt so much about ADD, very clear & precise. Enjoyed the wide scope covered. Than you

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