Only a Mother Could Love Him: My Life with and Triumph over ADD

by Ben Polis

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ADHD sufferer Ben Polis attended six different schools, served over 3000 hours of detention, and drove his entire family into counselling. But against all the odds, with a combination of self-taught concentration techniques and sheer determination, he made it through the education system to university. This is his story.… (more)

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Written by Ben who has ADHD this fascinating book looks at his story including his behavioural difficulties and education. Despite his many challenges growing up, Ben went to university and is now an international ADHD lecturer. An inspiring read for parents and carers and those wanting to understand more about ADHD.

ThePinesLibrary | Jun 3, 2020 |

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ADHD sufferer Ben Polis attended six different schools, served over 3000 hours of detention, and drove his entire family into counselling. But against all the odds, with a combination of self-taught concentration techniques and sheer determination, he made it through the education system to university. This is his story.

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