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Recommended Books
Knowledge is power! The more you know about ADD/ADHD the better you'll be able to help your child! I've listed a number of books that I really like and think you'll find helpful!
Just click on each title. This will take you to amazon.com where you'll find more information about each book. You will also have the opportunity to buy the book. If cost is a problem, just ask your local library to order any books you want FREE on Inter Library Loan! I highly recommend the books I've listed below.
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12 Effective Ways to Help Your
ADD/ADHD
Child By Laura J. Stevens, M.S. I wrote this book to help parents track down and address biological and nutritional factors that are playing a role in causing behavior and health problems in their ADD/ ADHD. The content is backed up by the latest medical research.
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The
A.D.D. Book By William Sears, M.D. and Lynda Thompson, Ph.D. I highly recommend this book. It's full of helpful information for parents about diagnosis, parenting, working with the schools, medication and even neurofeedback. I like all the diet information, too. It's a winner! |
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Healing
ADD: The Breakthrough Program That Allows You to See
and Heal the 6 Types of ADD By Daniel G. Amen, M.D. Dr. Amen is a practicing psychiatrist who
has been studying for years brain images of patients
with ADD/ADHD. After you read this book, you will have
no doubt that ADD/ADHD is a biological and treatable disorder. |
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Driven
to Distraction By Edward Hallowell, M.D. and John J. Ratey, M.D. This is a fascinating bestseller about ADD
from childhood through adulthood--Dr. Hallowell has ADD himself
so he can speak from personal experience. Diagnosis and treatment
options are clearly explained. You'll like this book! |
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Taking
Charge of ADHD By Russell A. Barkley, M.D. Dr. Barkley is a world renowned researcher and expert on ADD/ADHD. In this best-selling book, he thoroughly discusses the causes, diagnosis, treatment, behavior management, working with your child's teachers, and tips for parental survival too! I disagree with Dr. Barkley's position on diet and nutrition, but I do like the rest of this book. |
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Why Can't My Child Behave? By Jane Hersey If you are looking for information about the Feingold Diet, you will find this book a treasure of information. Jane Hersey has been helping children with ADHD for many years. |
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Circadian Prescription |
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Superimmunity
for Kids If you're looking for advice on what to feed your child and on vitamin and mineral supplementation, this book is for you! Dr. Galland is a brilliant doctor who trained at NYU Medical School. He's had many years of experience diagnosing and treating children and adults with a variety of physical and psychological problems. I've known Dr. Galland well for many years, and I've always been impressed by his knowledge and compassion. You'll like this book!
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The
Brain Train This is a great book for children that helps them understand why what they eat is so important. You'll love the pictures! |
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Moving
Beyond ADD/ADHD This interesting book is written by a therapist who has worked extensively with ADHD children. She has some interesting material about a holistic mind-body approach to helping children with ADHD/
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Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder: A handbook for diagnosis and
treatment By R.A. Barkley This is an excellent book for professionals (teachers, physicians, psychologists, social workers) interested in learning more about ADHD. Barkley is an outstanding researcher. Parents wanting more information about diagnosis, causes and treatment of ADHD will also find this book helpful.
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Teenagers with ADD: A Parent's Guide By Chris Dendy Raising teenagers is a tough job today for any parent but an even tougher job for parents of those with attentional disorders. This book is a must for all parents of teenagers who have ADD. |
