Product Description

In his typically freindly and clear style, the ever-popular Dr Chris Green, with Dr Kit Chee, explains the causes and treatments of this distressing condition which affects the learning and behaviour of up to 1 in 10 children in this country. Fully revised to take account of the latest developments in the treatment and diagnosis of ADHD, this book for parents, teachers and health professionals dispels the myths and gives a clear overview of ADHD: the causes, the behaviours and the treatments. It is full of well-tried, practical strategies to help cope with common problems such as inattention, underachievement and impulsiveness. Topics covered include: 1. The causes, how to help improve behaviour at home and at school. 2. Making the diagnosis, medication and alternative therapies. 3. Hints to help reading and writing and language. 4. Ways to boost self-esteem. 5. ADHD in adults. 6. The latest research and where to go for further help. Understanding ADHD offers invaluable guidance to help parents work with teachers and health professionals to give their child the best possible chance of entering adulthood wirh self-confidence, life skills and secure family relationships.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #20894 in Books
• Published on: 1997-09-11
• Format: Illustrated
• Original language: English
• Binding: Paperback
• 256 pages

From the Publisher
The essential guide to helping children with ADHD get the best possible help and support.

About the Author
Dr Christopher Green is one of Britain's best-known parenting authors. For more than 25 years he has helped parents with his advice on babies, toddlers and young children. His humorous, common sense approach has preserved the sanity of many mums and dads. A paediatrician and honorary consultant to the Children's Hospital, Sydney, Dr Green's legendary sleep technique is now used worldwide. His bestselling books include New Toddler Taming and Beyond Toddlerdom.

Customer Reviews

Any Parent with a typical Child should read this book!
Forget ADHD for one moment - this book is a fantastic read for any parent with a child who can sometimes be difficult, high on life or just a handful! My son has two or three tendencies towards ADHD (my reason for purchasing) so is not classed as hyperactive - it doesn't, however, make him any easier to deal with!

The book gives excellent, common sense advice, to those who may be too close to the situation to be able to be to make rational decisions on how to deal with the latest blips in behaviour!

Excellent.

First-timers
7 years ago I read "Toddler Taming" by the same author and first began to suspect that my daughter had ADHD after reading his chapter on the condition. Now it has been extended to cover an entire book. Handled with wit, charm and an easy style, "Understanding ADHD" is the perfect book for those approaching the subject for the first time. The humourous illustrations and descriptions of typical daily frustrations for the ADHDer, show the whole family that someone else understands! A good read.

ADD parents and teachers: required reading
I am the mother of an ADD child, and first read this book about three years ago. It contains plenty of information on possible causes, symptoms, lookalike conditions, medication, suggestions for parents and teachers, diagnostic criteria and lots more. While providing all the main facts it is also easy to read , and contains some amusing cartoon type drawings which help lighten the content while ably depicting the ADD child in action...I would recommend this book to any parent who suspects their child may have ADD, and to teachers, who I feel need more information about the condition.