ADHD: What Every Parent Needs to Know
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| Rating | : | 4.15 (802 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1581104510 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 336 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2013-08-10 |
| Language | : | English |
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Dr. Linda Donnelly said complete guide to all aspects of ADHD treatment. In my clinical practice I treat and evaluate children and adults with ADHD. I always recommend this book to parents who have children with attention problems in order for them to get a complete objective overview of the disorder and the treatments that are available.This book explains in simple language the current medical definition of ADHD and why you need a complete evaluation in order to receive an accurate diagnosis. It contains a thorough discussion of the treatment options available for th. "Great Book" according to K. Gentile. This was a very good book that gave several view points. I found it extremely helpful with understanding ADHD.. "The BEST resource for parents of ADHD children!" according to Sammie. If your child has recently been diagnosed ADHD this book is a must have! I purchased several other books in hopes of helping my 7 year old daughter adjust to her diagnosis. This is by far the best, non-bias resource I have found to date! Not only does it discuss the options between using medication and not, behavior techniques, and ways to change your own thinking, it also contains helpful information on speaking to your child's teachers. Also included is information on federal laws requiring cer
ADHD: What Every Parent Needs to Know (formerly entitled ADHD: A Complete and Authoritative Guide) is a balanced guide to help you and your child meet the many challenges of the often misunderstood disorder. This invaluable resource provides accurate, up-to-date information onEvaluation and diagnosisCoexisting conditionsBehavior therapyADHD and academicsThe role of medicationComplementary and alternative treatmentsADHD and the teenage yearsEffective skills for parenting children and adolescents with ADHDAnd so much more!Written in clear, accessible language, this thoroughly updated second edition includes the latest information on diagnosis, ADHD medications, and guidance on preschoolers and adolescents with ADHD. A new chapter on advocacy, updates on special education services and laws, and the role of the medical home are also featured.
Parents will appreciate the abundant charts, myth-busting sidebars, case studies, parenting strategies and clarifying message: diagnosing and effectively treating ADHD relies on the dedicated, long-term teamwork among a child's parents, teachers, mental health professionals and physicians. What's more, much of the confusion occurs because behaviors associated with ADHD-inattention, hyperactivity and impulsivity-are exhibited by all children at some time. Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. Nothing unnerves parents more than confronting the realization that their child might be diagnosed with ADHD-at least until they face the mountain of potentially disreputable books, articles and Web sites dedic