Understanding ADHD
- ISBN-10
- 1864710578
- ISBN-13
- 9781864710571
- Series
- Understanding ADHD
- Category
- Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder
- Pages
- 330
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2001
- Publisher
- Random House Australia
- Authors
- Christopher Green, Kit Chee
Description
The definitive guide to Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder - fully revised and updated for a new generation of parents. The definitive guide to Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder - fully revised and updated for a new generation of parents. The bestselling author of Toddler Taming and Beyond Toddlerdom, Dr Christopher Green, with Dr Kit Chee, demystifies ADHD, the elusive and distressing condition that affects learning and behaviour. Understanding ADHD gives a clear overview of ADHD - the causes, the behaviours and the treatments - and dispels the myths. It is full of well-tried, practical and proven strategies to help with common ADHD problems such as inattention, impulsiveness and underachievement. Drawing on the latest research, the new edition includes- How to identify ADHD in your child ADHD in the under-fives How to encourage better behaviours at school and home Medication and alternative therapies- the pros and cons How to deal with the stress ADHD causes for parents and siblings How to help with reading, writing and language Advice for adults with ADHD Answers to common questions Fully updated list of resources Understanding ADHD shows parents how to work with teachers and health professionals to give their child the best possible chance of entering adulthood with self-confidence, life skills and strong family relationships.
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- 1997
- 309 pages
- Paperback
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- 2020-10-01
- 46 pages
- Ebook
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