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ADHD 2.0

New Science and Essential Strategies for Thriving with Distraction – from Childhood through Adulthood

Edward M. Hallowell and John J. Ratey

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ADHD 2.0
The ADHD Brain+
Strategy 1: Connection+
Strategy 2: Strengths & Interests+
Strategy 3: Supportive Environments+
Strategy 4: Exercise & Balance+

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Question 1 of 8
How do the authors metaphorically describe the ADHD brain?
  • A. An airplane with a broken navigation system
  • B. A supercomputer with a faulty cooling fan
  • C. A high-speed train on a twisted track
  • D. A race car engine with bicycle brakes
Question 2 of 8
According to the text, what is a primary risk for people with ADHD regarding the Default-Mode Network (DMN)?
  • A. They are completely unable to access it, limiting their creative imagination.
  • B. They can get stuck in it, leading to fixation on past failures, shame, and disappointments.
  • C. It causes them to hyperfocus on tasks so intensely that they forget daily obligations.
  • D. It permanently shrinks the cerebellum, reducing their physical coordination.
Question 3 of 8
Which part of the brain, responsible for physical balance as well as cognitive and emotional regulation, is noted to be slightly smaller in people with ADHD?
  • A. The prefrontal cortex
  • B. The amygdala
  • C. The cerebellum
  • D. The hippocampus
Question 4 of 8
What do the authors refer to as 'the other vitamin C,' which serves as the fundamental antidote to fear and shame in ADHD treatment?
  • A. Connection
  • B. Creativity
  • C. Challenge
  • D. Consistency
Question 5 of 8
Why is it crucial to align an individual's work or schoolwork with their innate interests and talents?
  • A. It permanently rewires the brain to switch seamlessly between TPN and DMN without effort.
  • B. It eliminates the need for structured routines like to-do lists.
  • C. It engages their powerful 'race-car' drive, increasing motivation and reducing disruptive behavior.
  • D. It prevents them from needing any physical exercise during the day to regulate dopamine.
Question 6 of 8
Because the ADHD brain is hardwired to resist structure, how do the authors recommend introducing it into your daily environment?
  • A. By adopting a rigid, minute-by-minute daily schedule immediately.
  • B. By starting small, such as creating a daily to-do list with just two tasks.
  • C. By relying entirely on external managers or teachers to dictate your schedule.
  • D. By avoiding structure entirely and relying solely on spontaneous creativity.
Question 7 of 8
Why did Dr. Hallowell prescribe daily balancing exercises for Samuel, even though he was already getting plenty of physical exercise playing soccer?
  • A. Balancing exercises specifically target and strengthen the cerebellum, which manages cognitive and emotional responses.
  • B. Soccer relies too heavily on the Default-Mode Network (DMN), which increases anxiety.
  • C. Balancing exercises are the only way to release dopamine in an ADHD brain.
  • D. Soccer encourages aggressive behavior that worsens ADHD symptoms.
Question 8 of 8
If you find yourself trapped in negative thoughts and stuck in the Default-Mode Network (DMN), what actionable advice does the text offer to escape it?
  • A. Sit quietly in a dark room and try to meditate on positive thoughts.
  • B. Write down all of your negative thoughts in a journal to process them.
  • C. Drink a caffeinated beverage to stimulate the prefrontal cortex.
  • D. Engage in a concrete, physical task like chopping a carrot or walking the dog.

ADHD 2.0 — Full Chapter Overview

ADHD 2.0 Summary & Overview

ADHD 2.0 (2021) provides updated science and guidance on living a successful and happy life with attention deficiency hyperactivity disorder – ADHD. It offers insights into how people with ADHD can tap into their strengths and unleash their full potential.

Who Should Listen to ADHD 2.0?

  • People with ADHD who want to reach their full potential
  • Teachers and parents supporting children with ADHD
  • Managers and leaders who value an inclusive work environment

About the Author: Edward M. Hallowell and John J. Ratey

Dr. Edward M. Hallowell and Dr. John J. Ratey are renowned authors whose book Driven to Distraction pioneered a broader understanding of ADD/ADHD 20 years ago. After continuing their research and publishing several further books, including Married to Distraction and Super-parenting for ADD, these coauthors have joined forces again to provide updated information and insights for people with ADHD, and parents, educators, and loved ones of people with ADHD.

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