Taking Charge of ADHD, Third Edition: The Complete, Authoritative Guide for Parents

From distinguished researcher/clinician Russell A. Barkley, this treasured parent resource gives you the science-based information you need about attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and its treatment. It also presents a proven eight-step behavior management plan specifically designed for six- to 18-year-olds with ADHD. Offering encouragement, guidance, and loads of practical tips, Dr. Barkley helps you: Make sense of your child's symptoms Get an accurate diagnosis Work with school and health-care professionals to get needed support Learn parenting techniques that promote better behavior Strengthen your child's academic and social skills Use rewards and incentives effectively Restore harmony at home Updated throughout with current research and resources, this guide includes the latest facts about medications and about what causes (and doesn't cause) ADHD. Additional supporting documents for this title are available for download after purchase. See also Dr. Barkley's best-selling Taking Charge of Adult ADHD. Read more