Why Johnny Can't Concentrate: Coping With Attention Deficit Problems [Paperback]

Robert A. Moss (Author)

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Moss, a faculty member of the UCLA Medical School, offers a much-needed addition to the small body of literature pertaining to Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD), this one intended specifically for parents and teachers. "The term disorder," he cautions, "can connote a more serious pathological problem." After discussing the characteristics of ADD and how it is diagnosed, the book is broadly organized by age group, including a chapter on ADD in adults. Moss utilizes case studies to illustrate the role of the physician, the parents, the schools, and the teacher in treating this problem. The final chapter gives suggestions for finding help. An extensive bibliography and a glossary add to the value of this useful volume. Highly recommended.
- Sharon L. Bos tick, Univ. of Toledo Lib., Ohio
Copyright 1990 Reed Business Information, Inc.

Product Details

• Paperback: 225 pages
• Publisher: Bantam (October 1, 1990)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0553349686
• ISBN-13: 978-0553349689
• Product Dimensions: 8.2 x 5.2 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #4,448,379 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Very helpful, though a little dated, February 2, 2009

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Christopher R. Travers "Einhverfr" (Chelan, WA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Why Johnny Can't Concentrate: Coping With Attention Deficit Problems (Paperback)

First a caution: medical science around ADD has come a long way since this book was written. Medications have improved. Etc. FOr the medical side, Dr Amen's "Healing ADD" is the book to read IMO.

However, that aside, I will say that this book is one which I owe a great debt to. I was diagnosed with ADD at the age of 12 largely because my father, a physician, read this book. The book is well written and organized and was revolutionary in its day.

The book still has a great deal to offer in terms of people who should be involved in the diagnostic process. Further, the discussions on the proper roles of teachers and schools is still quite relevant.

One area however that I am more sceptical is where the author discusses fad treatments. My own experience suggests that a healthy environment is critical to controlling ADD (with or without medication), and that the issues with some of the fads have more to do with people expecting too much or adopting them religiously. Perhaps some day, I will write a book on my experiences. Until that day, I will recommend this one.