ANSWERS TO DISTRACTION

After a careful and informative introduction to attention deficit disorder (A.D.D.), Ratey proceeds to answer questions posed by those who have A.D.D. or know someone with the condition. While the questions and answers are rehearsed, the presentation is appropriately slow, clear and thoughtful. Additionally, the questions and answers are divided into sections that address the concerns of parents, children, adolescents and women. Each section begins with an age appropriate definition of A.D.D. so that those looking for answers can start with the appropriate section, rather than having to search through the whole tape for relevant topics. Though this is a sequel to DRIVEN TO DISTRACTION by the same authors, ANSWERS TO DISTRACTION easily stands on its own. E.W.S. ©AudioFile, Portland, Maine [Published: SEPT 96]