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Understanding ADHD: The Definitive Guide to Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

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I found this book to be a comprehensive and extremely helpful resource for parents and teachers of children with ADHD. As a Learning Consultant in a public school I have lent this book to many parents. It provides practical ideas on how to motivate, discipline, encourage, and manage children with ADHD. If you are a parent or teacher of children with ADHD I believe this to be one of the most helpful books on the topics.

I have read many books about ADHD since my child was diagnosed a few months ago. This is by far the best book I've have read about the subject. Not only is it comprehensive about medications and causes, it addresses real behavior problems with practicality and humor. I read the whole book in one night, and came out of it with a new understanding of my son. It's comforting to know he's not the only one "acting like this". I highly recommend it to anyone working with an ADHD child or adult.

The paediatrician who eventually diagnosed my son recommended this book to me. I read it straight through, in one sitting, cried, laughed and came out the other end with a totally different view of my son. He was 10 and regularly said he wanted to kill himself. All his teachers just said he was badly behaved and disruptive but I knew there was something wrong. A year later and on Ritalin he is a different child. I have now bought at least 12 copies of this book (it has a different name here in England) to give to everyone who has any contact with an ADHD child. If you only buy one book, buy this one. Even my teenage daughters, who had no sympathy for their younger brother have read this and actually enjoyed it!

I have a 9yr old daughter that has being difficult to handle since birth. The initial specialist my GP recommended said no specialist would review her case until she was at least 7; when I finally found the right specialist, he said he wished I had found him when she was 4 (the age she was when I saw the 1st guy). The good specialist said I was to buy this book. THIS BOOK IS TRULY AMAZING, IT TEACHES YOU EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW - EXPLAINS THE DIFFERENT VERSIONS OF ADHD, THE DIFFERENT METHODS OF HELP (ie) MEDICATIONS, SPECIALIST ADVICE, THERAPY AND WORKING CLOSELY WITH THE SPECIALIST AND THE SCHOOL TEACHER etc. IT TEACHES YOU ABOUT THIS BEING A GENETIC CONDITION, THE PARENT IS NOT TO BE BLAMED, IT TEACHES YOU THE DIFFERENT PROBLEMS CONNECTED TO AND CAUSED BY THE ADHD; THERE IS A LOT MORE TO BE LEARNED, THIS BOOK IS A MUST HAVE BY ANY PARENT OR SCHOOL TEACHER DEALING WITH A CHILD WITH THE CONDITION.

THE DELIVERY ON THE ITEM WAS FASTER THAN I EXPECTED AND ARRIVED IN EXCELLENT CONDITION.

This was a wonderful book. It helped me understand ADHD better. It should be required reading for all teachers.

This book is easy, excellent reading for teachers, youth leaders and parents who come into contact with kids who have attentional or behavioral issues. The author makes no secret of his belief that medication is the first and most important step in treatment. Whether you agree with that or not, there is a wealth of information on recognizing the signs of the condition and on how to respond to and guide kids with these symptoms/behaviors. Take it heart and you'll minimize conflict and maximize accomplishment. The book is WELL worth the read. The title is accurate - I ended up with a feeling that I understand the kids I interact with much better than I did before.

This book is the best book on ADHD that I have seen (and I have read several of them). Its easy to read and tells you everything you need to know about ADHD, from basic stuff to advanced knowledge. It explores ADHD from every aspect and offers solutions and speculations.

I highly recommend it. This is a life saver for any ADHD parent and makes you realize that having a child with ADHD doesnt have to mean the end of the world. With this book in hand you have everything you need to face this challenge.