Our son is ADD and has many of the problems you talk about. He can read, but won't because he can't stay focused. He is MUCH better at hands on things than book learning. Mechanic, etc. He would LOVE to be an EMT/Paramedic, and is damn good at the hands on stuff....but he can't pass the test...can't process written materiel well. However, once he learns it, he KNOWS it and will never forget it. I have a book for you too, but I've forgotten the name of it. Gave it to son. Will call him and get title for you.