Why A.D.H.D. Doesn't Mean Disaster [Paperback]

Dennis Swanberg (Author), Diane Passno (Author), Walt Larimore MD (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: February 6, 2006

Parents of kids with A.D.H.D. (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) have been taught that the disorder is a serious handicap—that it will make raising their child difficult, and that the child will continually struggle to succeed in school and throughout life. Parents are looking for hope, encouragement, and answers to their questions. Why A.D.H.D. Doesn't Mean Disaster gives parents of children with A.D.H.D. just what they need: a strong dose of encouragement from fellow parents who have children with A.D.H.D., support for valuing the benefits of having a child with an attention disorder, and just the right amount of practical medical advice needed for understanding.

Product Details

• Paperback: 192 pages
• Publisher: Tyndale House Publishers, Inc. (February 6, 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1589973062
• ISBN-13: 978-1589973060
• Product Dimensions: 8 x 5.3 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #352,681 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Customer Reviews

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15 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars It's opened my eyes!, October 16, 2003

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Nancy (Eden Prairie, MN USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Why A.D.H.D. Doesn't Mean Disaster (Hardcover)

Being the parent of a newly diagnosed 3rd grader I didn't know where to turn. We are trying medications and counseling, but I needed more information. Of all the books I've read on the subject this is my #1! Not only does it hit the medical side of ADHD; it is very good at explaining what the child is going through. Written by an adult that grew up with ADHD and is raising his own ADHD child now, and a mom that didn't discover her child was ADHD until she was in college, it has insight that I haven't found anywhere else. I completely recommend it, especially with its Christian content and references.

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Must Have!, April 13, 2006

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Celticgal68 "Celticgal68" (Allen, TX United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Why A.D.H.D. Doesn't Mean Disaster (Paperback)

This book is an absolute must have for any parent who is struggling with a child with ADHD! My son was diagnosed 3 years ago and I have done tons research and read many books on the subject in that time! Most books say pretty much the same things - your child has a disability- not so this book! The book's unique way of looking at the issue, stems from one of the authors (Dennis Swanberg) actually having ADHD himself as well as both he and the Co-author Diane Passno raising children of their own with ADHD. After you have read this book you will realize that your child isn't disabled at all and you will have a new understanding of this "disorder" and your child.

9 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Big Sigh of Relief, December 11, 2003

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Judy Abercrombie "J. Abercrombie, educator" (Hurst, TXUnited States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Why A.D.H.D. Doesn't Mean Disaster (Hardcover)

Parents of children with ADHD who have struggled with knowing what to do and what not to do can breathe a big sigh of relief as they read through this book. It is not a cure-all, but it does let the reader know that they are not in the boat alone. They give helpful insight for parents and children. Their advice is practical and encouraging-- not trying to take any of the parenting responsibility from the parents, but also not trying to shame families who struggle everyday with the effects of ADHD on their family. The story is told from the viewpoint of parent, child, and medical professional in an easy to read and understand format. As a an elementary school principal, I will be recommending this book over and over, I know.