In his typically friendly and clear style, the ever-popular Dr Chris Green, with Dr Kit Chee, explains the treatments and causes of Attention Deficit Disorder, a condition that affects the learning and behaviour of up to 1 in 10 children in this country.
Aimed at parents, teachers and health professionals, this book dispels the myths about ADHD and gives a clear overview of the condition: the causes, the behaviours and the treatments.
Full of well-tried, practical strategies to help with common problems such as inattention, underachievement and impulsiveness, the book covers:
- The causes, how to help improve behaviour at home and at school
- Making the diagnosis, medication and alternative therapies
- Hints to help reading, writing and language
- Ways to boost self-esteem
- ADHD in adults
- The latest research and where to go for further help
Product details
ASIN : 0091817005
Publisher : Vermilion; Second Edition (11 Sept. 1997)
Language : English
Paperback : 288 pages
ISBN-10 : 9780091817008
ISBN-13 : 978-0091817008
Dimensions : 15.3 x 2.1 x 22.4 cm
Best Sellers Rank: 126,488 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
295 in Child Discipline (Books)
369 in Child Development
4,466 in School Education & Teaching
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