Author: Thomas Brown
Publisher: American Psychiatric Publishing, Inc.
Keywords: adhd, adults, children, handbook, comorbidities, complications
Number of Pages: 478
Published: 2008-12-10
List price: $94.00
ISBN-10: 1585621587
ISBN-13: 9781585621583
The only book that covers the multiple ways in which ADHD is complicated by other psychiatric and learning disorders in both children and adults, ADHD Comorbidities: Handbook for ADHD Complications in Children and Adults features comprehensive, research-based information on ADHD and its full range of coexisting syndromes. Contributing researcher-clinicians, familiar with the complications that additional disorders pose, summarize in accessible language what is currently known about ADHD and its comorbidities, from preschool age to adulthood. These authors describe how ADHD leads to different p
Author: Lisa L. Weyandt
Publisher: Lawrence Erlbaum Associate
Keywords: primer, adhd
Number of Pages: 232
Published: 2006-09-19
List price: $39.95
ISBN-10: 080584970X
ISBN-13: 9780805849707
Filled with current, practical, and useful information for professionals and individuals, this second edition of An ADHD Primer summarizes the literature concerning ADHD across the lifespan. It offers a better understanding of the disorder by addressing the potential causes of ADHD, the developmental course, and numerous treatment approaches. Author Lisa L. Weyandt delivers research-based, cutting-edge knowledge in a concise and user-friendly fashion. The book skillfully explains the scientific literature, often complex, concerning this disorder. Commonly asked questions are addressed, includi
Author: Kathy Hoopmann
Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Pub
Keywords: adhd, dogs
Number of Pages: 72
Published: 2008-09-15
List price: $14.95
ISBN-10: 1843106515
ISBN-13: 9781843106517
All Dogs Have ADHD takes an inspiring and affectionate look at Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), using images and ideas from the canine world to explore a variety of traits that will be instantly recognizable to those who are familiar with ADHD. This delightful book combines humor with understanding to reflect the difficulties and joys of raising a child with ADHD and celebrates what it means to be considered ’different.’ Absorbing and enjoyable, the book takes a refreshing approach to understanding ADHD.
Author: Lisa L. Weyandt
Publisher: Lawrence Erlbaum Associates
Keywords: primer, adhd
Number of Pages: 232
Published: 2006-09-19
List price: $69.95
ISBN-10: 0805849696
ISBN-13: 9780805849691
Filled with current, practical, and useful information for professionals and individuals, this second edition of An ADHD Primer summarizes the literature concerning ADHD across the lifespan. It offers a better understanding of the disorder by addressing the potential causes of ADHD, the developmental course, and numerous treatment approaches. Author Lisa L. Weyandt delivers research-based, cutting-edge knowledge in a concise and user-friendly fashion. The book skillfully explains the scientific literature, often complex, concerning this disorder. Commonly asked questions are addressed, incl
Author: Mark Selikowitz
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
Keywords: facts, adhd
Number of Pages: 256
Published: 2004-03-18
List price: $24.95
ISBN-10: 0198526288
ISBN-13: 9780198526285
ADHD (attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder) is now recognised as the commonest cause of learning and behavioral difficulties in school-aged children. The symptoms are many and varied; they may include poor concentration, forgetfulness, poor organization, impulsivity, restlessness, poor social skills, learning difficulties, low self-esteem, and defiant behavior. Despite growing awareness of ADHD among parents and health professionals, ADHD is still widely misunderstood. In ADHD: The Facts Dr. Mark Selikowitz, a consultant developmental pediatrician with extensive experience of treating ch
Author: David B. Stein
Publisher: Andrews McMeel Publishing
Keywords: fiasco, adhd, unraveling
Number of Pages: 272
Published: 2001-08-15
List price: $16.95
ISBN-10: 0740718592
ISBN-13: 9780740718595
The number of children being diagnosed with ADD/ADHD has skyrocketed, along with prescriptions for Ritalin and other powerful amphetamine drugs to treat these problem children. This pharmaceutical answer to a behavioral disorder is one of the most controversial subjects in parenting today, and Dr. David Stein offers parents a safe, foolproof alternative. Challenging the disease theories of ADD/ADHD, Stein discusses the conditions in modern society and the American family that cause so many children to hate schoolwork and behave disrespectfully to all authority figures. Rejecting the pill so
Author: Ava T. Albrecht
Publisher: Jones and Bartlett Publishers, Inc.
Keywords: adhd, adult, answers, amp, questions
Number of Pages: 180
Published: 2009-06-30
List price: $19.95
ISBN-10: 0763754498
ISBN-13: 9780763754495
An outstanding reference for the millions of adults suffering from adult ADHD, their families, and their friends. 100 Questions & Answers About Adult ADHD provides authoritative, practical answers to your questions about symtom recognition, proper diagnosis, and treatment. This book is an excellent resource for learning and coping with the medical and emotional effects of Adult ADHD.
