Drawing on the latest findings from developmental, psychobiological, and social scientific research, DeGrandpre "criticizes America's obsession with performance and quick satisfaction and the country's reliance on Ritalin [as] a performance-enhancing drug" (
Natural Health). He cautions that our society-wide rush to more, and faster, stimulation leaves children especially vulnerable to "sensory addictions."
Ritalin Nation exposes the shortsightedness of mere biological explanations of ADD and offers some practical guidelines for cultivating a less-hurried existence and promoting a saner, safer community for our children.
About the AuthorRichard DeGrandpre, Ph.D. is visiting professor of psychology at St. Michael's College in Vermont.
Book InformationISBN 9780393320251
Author Richard DeGrandpreFormat Paperback
Page Count 286
Imprint WW Norton & CoPublisher WW Norton & Co
Weight(grams) 368g
Dimensions(mm) 211mm * 140mm * 18mm