Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (The Latest Assessment and Treatment Strategies) [Paperback]

C. Keith Conners (Author), Juliet L. Jett (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 1887537112 | ISBN-13: 978-1887537117 | Publication Date: January 1999 | Edition: 1

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) effects up to 3 million children in the US at any given time, and an increasing number of adults.

This condensed review of the diagnosis and treatment of ADHD is written in a jargon-free, easy-to-reference format. Find out how the disorder is different in adults and children as well as other disorders that cause similar behavior. Learn about the genetic and neurological basis for the disorder as well as commonly used medications and side-effects. Specific treatments for use by parents, teachers, and clinicians is presented. This book is perfect for the mental health clinician as well as parents and teachers wanting to know the best treatment options.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"A wonderfully compact, highly readable, up-to-date book that provides all of the essentials for professionals as well as patients and their families." -- Judy Rapoport, M.D. National Institute of Mental Health Chief of the Child Psychiatry Branch

"Current, accurate, comprehensive, and focused on the recognition and treatment of ADHD at each phase of the life cycle, preschool through adulthood." -- Larry Silver, M.D. Author of ADHD: A Clinical Guide to Diagnosis and Treatment

"Exceptionally well done! A volume of information, logically and succinctly presented in a small amount of space. Particularly useful for professionals as a standard part of their practice." -- Sam Goldstein, Ph.D. Author of ADHD in Children: A Guide for Practitioners

"Very informative! Perfect for those with little time for research. Eye-catching layout conveys facts well." -- Russell Barkley, Ph.D. Author of ADHD: A Handbook for Diagnosis and Treatment and ADHD and the Nature of Self Control

From the Publisher

This book contains professional treatment information in a jargon-free, user-friendly format with technical words defined on the same page they are used. This book is ideal for clinicians as well as patients and concerned loved ones wanting to understand the disorder and the best treatment options. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 116 pages
• Publisher: Compact Clinicals; 1 edition (January 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1887537112
• ISBN-13: 978-1887537117
• Product Dimensions: 10 x 7 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 9.8 ounces
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #923,730 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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