Attention Deficit Disorder (Diseases and Disorders) (Library Binding)

by Barbara Sheen (Author)

Editorial Reviews

From School Library Journal
Gr 6-10-In her discussion of a disorder affecting many children and adults, Sheen covers its history, diagnosis, treatment, and solutions to some everyday problems associated with it. She incorporates thoughts by Hippocrates and William James about the disorder, quotes from individuals affected by it, and cites studies on the causes ranging from diet to neurological. Most of the studies mentioned list sources, but not all. A number of treatments are analyzed, including the pros and cons of Ritalin. Current and future research is also mentioned. Black-and-white captioned photos are scattered throughout. A solid choice for students with a personal interest in or research requests on the topic.

Margaret C. Howell, West Springfield Elementary School, VA

Copyright 2001 Cahners Business Information, Inc.

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"Overall, the information...is more thorough and accessible than that in many books. Well-done and intuitively organized."

Product Details

• Reading level: Young Adult
  
• Library Binding: 96 pages
• Publisher: Lucent Books (September 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1560068280
• ISBN-13: 978-1560068280
• Product Dimensions: 9.4 x 6.2 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 10.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #3,454,678 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars What every parent and teacher should know., May 16, 2001

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This book is a must read for every parent, teacher, and teenager. You will be suprised that most people suffer, to one degree or another, symptoms of ADD. Attention Deficit Disorder affects a majority of our population today. Understanding is the key to successfully dealing with the symptoms of ADD. This book explains the orgins of the affliction, the symptoms, and how we can cope with the problems that arise from individuals with ADD. Attention Deficit Disorder is well laid out and takes the reader through the various stages of ADD. The reader will learn that ADD does affect most people but there are many ways to overcome negative aspects of this so-called disease.