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

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 6- to 18-year-olds with ADHD. Offering encouragement, guidance, and loads of practical tips, Dr. Barkley helps you:<br /><br />*Make sense of your child's symptoms.<br />*Get an accurate diagnosis.<br />*Work with school and health care professionals to get needed support.<br />*Learn parenting techniques that promote better behavior.<br />*Strengthen your child's academic and social skills.<br />*Use rewards and incentives effectively.<br />*Restore harmony at home.<br /><br />Updated throughout with current research and resources, the third edition includes the latest facts about medications and about what causes (and doesn't cause) ADHD.<br /><br />See also Dr. Barkley's bestselling <i>Taking Charge of Adult ADHD</i>.<br /><br />Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies (ABCT) Self-Help Book of Merit<br />