Helping Your ADD Child

Helping Your ADD Child
Author: John F. Taylor
Publisher: Three Rivers Press
Total Pages: 416
Release: 2001
Genre: Family & Relationships
ISBN: 9780761527565

New Hope for Children and Teens with ADD For the millions who have attention deficit disorder (ADD) and for those who are impacted by a resulting behavior, this comprehensive guide to understanding and treating ADD (with or without hyperactivity) offers exciting new hope. Written by a nationally known psychologist and father of ADD children, this groundbreaking book is a lifesaver for kids, parents, and teachers alike. Inside you will find step-by-step tools for helping your ADD or ADHD child--from an extensive screening for spotting the initial signs of ADD and making a proper diagnosis to the pros and cons of nutritional, psychological, and drug treatments. This is by far the most up-to-date and compassionate book on ADD and it will make a profound difference for both you and your child. "I have never been so impressed with a book. This is, without a doubt, the most constructive, informative, and honest writing I have ever read about ADD."-- Candy Woodson, past president of a national organization for parents of ADD/ADHD children "Informed, compassionate, eminently successful."-- Journal of Nursing Care "Filled with warmth and useful suggestions. Parents of Hyperactive children will want to use this book as a continual source of help and encouragement."-- G. Hugh Allred, Ed.D., professor, Brigham Young University

Understanding Girls with AD/HD

Understanding Girls with AD/HD
Author: Kathleen G. Nadeau
Publisher:
Total Pages: 324
Release: 1999
Genre: Family & Relationships
ISBN:

A ground-breaking book on the needs and issues of girls with attentional problems: why they are often undiagnosed, how they are different from boys, and what their special needs are in school, in their social world and at home. Age-related checklists from pre-school to high school help parents and professionals better identify and help girls with AD/HD.

Parenting Your ADHD Child

Parenting Your ADHD Child
Author: Rita K. Jamison
Publisher: New Growth Press
Total Pages: 16
Release: 2011-10-31
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1938267613

If your child is diagnosed with ADHD, don't give up hope! No diagnosis can negate the fact that your child is made in the image of God. You can help your child, as one of God's image bearers, to deal with the behaviors associated with ADHD. The Bible offers you and your child much wisdom, comfort, and hope as you face this struggle together. ...

The Family ADHD Solution

The Family ADHD Solution
Author: Mark Bertin
Publisher: Macmillan
Total Pages: 241
Release: 2011-02
Genre: Family & Relationships
ISBN: 023010505X

"The indispensible guide for parents to give their child with ADHD the tools to succeed."--Publisher description.

What Your ADHD Child Wishes You Knew

What Your ADHD Child Wishes You Knew
Author: Sharon Saline
Publisher: Swift Press
Total Pages: 299
Release: 2024-06-06
Genre: Family & Relationships
ISBN: 1800754663

'Wonderfully written, infused with positive energy and solid information. All parents of children who have ADHD should buy it' - Edward Hallowell, MD What if you could work with your child, motivating and engaging them in the process, to create positive change once and for all? In this insightful and practical book, veteran psychologist Sharon Saline shares the words and inner struggles of children and teens living with ADHD—and a blueprint for achieving lasting success by working together. Based on more than 25 years of experience counseling young people and their families, Dr. Saline's advice and real-world examples reveal how parents can shift the dynamic and truly help kids succeed. Topics include: Setting mutual goals that foster cooperation Easing academic struggles Tackling everyday challenges, from tantrums and backtalk to staying organized, building friendships, and more. With useful exercises and easy-to-remember techniques, you'll discover a variety of practical strategies that really work, creating positive change that will last a lifetime.

12 Principles for Raising a Child with ADHD

12 Principles for Raising a Child with ADHD
Author: Russell A. Barkley
Publisher: Guilford Publications
Total Pages: 226
Release: 2020-10-11
Genre: Education
ISBN: 1462544444

"From his decades of research and work with thousands of families, leading authority Russell A. Barkley knows how overwhelming the everyday challenges of ADHD can be. This unique book guides parents to help their child or teen thrive and keep their loving connection strong, even in hot-button situations. Dr. Barkley presents 12 key parenting principles that address the most common problems that ADHD poses, such as family conflicts, difficult behavior, school problems, out-of-control emotions, and parental stress. He shows how cultivating a mindset of acceptance and compassion--together with an understanding of the executive function deficits of ADHD--gives parents powerful new tools for supporting their child's success. Concise, inspiring, and filled with quick-reference lists and tips, this is the perfect book for parents to read cover to cover or pick up any time they need extra support"--

12 Effective Ways to Help Your ADD/ADHD Child

12 Effective Ways to Help Your ADD/ADHD Child
Author: Laura J. Stevens
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 292
Release: 2000-09-04
Genre: Family & Relationships
ISBN: 9781583330395

In 12 Ways to Effectively Help Your ADD/ADHD Child, you'll discover that helping a child with ADD/ADHD is like solving a jigsaw puzzle. You have to identify the various biochemical and nutritional pieces and fit them together into a completed puzzle of a happy, healthy child. Improve diet, track down hidden food allergies, and identify and avoid inhalant allergens and chemical sensitivities. Included are menu suggestions, shopping tips, and 30 recipes to help parents deal with diet changes, such as avoiding artificial colors, milk, wheat, sugar, and chocolate. 12 Ways to Effectively Help Your ADD/ADHD Child discusses the latest research reports from prestigious medical journals about ADD/ ADHD, deficiencies, and lead poisoning.

Helping Your ADHD/ADD Child

Helping Your ADHD/ADD Child
Author: Tamara Laschinsky
Publisher: Tamara Laschinsky
Total Pages: 61
Release: 2011-01-21
Genre: Health & Fitness
ISBN: 0986851000

ADHD or ADD is a very common childhood disorder that often continues into adulthood. Over the last couple of decades, ADHD/ADD diagnosis' have increased and millions of children are taking pharmaceutical medications to treat this disorder.Medications alone, however, are not the answer to coping with ADHD or ADD. These medications have also not been fully proven to be safe both for the short-term and long-term and all have a high risk of side effects.Helping Your ADHD/ADD Child is a book that offers a positive approach to treating ADHD/ADD and is designed to help both caregivers and the child to understanding ADHD/ADD and ways to manage it.Inspired and based on real-life events, the author has compiled to easy to use techniques that work and will serve as great tools for the rest of your child's life. This book aims to show you that ADHD/ADD is not a curse, but rather, a new way of thinking and learning. Confidence is key to success and Helping Your ADHD/ADD Child is the first step in building that confidence within your child. There are many successful, and even famous, people who admit to having ADHD/ADD and the only thing holding your child back is the stereotype that ADHD/ADD children will not be a smart as other children.This book will change the way you think and will show your child that anything is possible when you set forth a plan. These are the tools they will need to reach their potential and become successful now and in the future!

How to help your child with ADHD

How to help your child with ADHD
Author: Beverly Davies
Publisher: Crimson Publishing
Total Pages: 147
Release: 2012-01-23
Genre: Family & Relationships
ISBN: 190828126X

What can you do to help your child who has ADHD? The challenge of parenting a child with ADHD can be hugely stressful and have a massive impact on your family life. As a parent, it's easy to feel powerless to help your child, and overwhelmed by life. This book gives you practical, real-life methods that can help your child and make their life (and yours) easier. The advice comes straight from the experiences of parents who have been through the same thing as you. Discover how to: * Deal with doctors and ask the right questions * Weigh up the pros and cons of different treatments * Provide the right diet for your child * Handle difficult behaviour without losing your temper * Share responsibility with your family * Work in partnership with your school Packed with handy tips and real-life case studies this book is much more than just a medical manual, and will make a real difference to your day-to-day life.

What Your ADHD Child Wishes You Knew

What Your ADHD Child Wishes You Knew
Author: Dr. Sharon Saline
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 273
Release: 2018-08-07
Genre: Family & Relationships
ISBN: 0143132393

A 2018 Best Book Awards winner in Parenting & Family A 2018 Mom's Choice Book Award winner A veteran psychologist presents a proven roadmap to help ADHD kids succeed in school and life You’ve read all the expert advice, but despite countless efforts to help your child cope better and stay on track, you’re still struggling with everyday issues like homework, chores, getting to soccer practice on time, and simply getting along without pushback and power struggles. What if you could work with your child, motivating and engaging them in the process, to create positive change once and for all? In this insightful and practical book, veteran psychologist Sharon Saline shares the words and inner struggles of children and teens living with ADHD—and a blueprint for achieving lasting success by working together. Based on more than 25 years of experience counseling young people and their families, Dr. Saline’s advice and real-world examples reveal how parents can shift the dynamic and truly help kids succeed. Topics include: * Setting mutual goals that foster cooperation * Easing academic struggles * Tackling everyday challenges, from tantrums and backtalk to staying organized, building friendships, and more. With useful exercises and easy-to-remember techniques, you’ll discover a variety of practical strategies that really work, creating positive change that will last a lifetime.