The ADHD Workbook for Parents: A Guide for Parents of Children Ages 2-12 with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder [Paperback]

Harvey C. Parker PhD (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 1, 2006

This informative guidebook coaches parents through the daily tasks involved in raising children with attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder. Using a combination of helpful worksheets and practice exercises, this handbook offers practical instruction that allows parents to advocate for their child in the classroom as well as facilitate structure in the home. The strategies—broken down into clear and accessible chapters—help parents to manage behaviors, handle homework, and manage medication.

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About the Author

Harvey C. Parker, PhD, is a clinical psychologist and a consultant to educational agencies and schools. A cofounder and former executive director of Children and Adults with Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (CHADD), he has been highly involved in the advocacy for better understanding and treatment for children, adolescents, and adults with ADHD. He is the author of The ADHD Hyperactivity Handbook for Schools and The Problem Solver Guide for Students with ADHD, and the coauthor of Study Strategies for Early School Success. He lives in Weston, Florida.

Product Details

• Paperback: 182 pages
• Publisher: Specialty Press/A.D.D. Warehouse (January 1, 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1886941629
• ISBN-13: 978-1886941625
• Product Dimensions: 10.9 x 8.8 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #226,130 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Learned so much!, December 11, 2007

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Holli Smith (Wilmington, OH) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The ADHD Workbook for Parents: A Guide for Parents of Children Ages 2-12 with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (Paperback)

I loved this book. It was recommended to me by my pediatrician.
It has tons of great worksheets and explains ADHD in all it's forms so very well.
I would HIGHLY recommend this book if your child has been diagnosed!

2 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent book especially for supporting your child's school success, November 9, 2008

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Elizabeth P. Mackenzie (Seattle) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The ADHD Workbook for Parents: A Guide for Parents of Children Ages 2-12 with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (Paperback)

I find this book to be an excellent resource to parents in my child/adolescent clinical psychology practice. In particular, it is an excellent resource for supporting your child's academic success.