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Taking Charge of ADHD, Fourth Edition
The Complete, Authoritative Guide for Parents
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The leading parent resource about attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and its treatment has now been revised and updated with the latest information and resources.
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Taking Charge of ADHD, Fourth Edition is a comprehensive guide designed to empower parents of children diagnosed with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder. Authored by the renowned expert, Russell A. Barkley, this updated edition provides an invaluable resource imbued with the latest insights, treatment strategies, and practical tools, enabling families to navigate the complexities of ADHD effectively.
Acknowledging the unique challenges faced by children with ADHD, Dr Barkley elucidates the reasons behind their behaviours with empathy and clarity. This fourth instalment introduces new chapters and updates, offering fresh perspectives on the health risks connected to ADHD as well as cutting-edge research on its causes.
Dr Barkley provides practical advice to help parents obtain accurate diagnoses for their children, essential for crafting tailored approaches to management. He advocates for collaborative efforts with educational and healthcare professionals to secure the necessary support and interventions. His eight-step behaviour management plan presents a structured approach to fostering behavioural changes that benefit not only the child but also family dynamics.
This edition also covers vital topics such as building academic capabilities and social skills that enable children with ADHD to thrive. Recognising the often overlooked issue of sibling dynamics, Dr Barkley introduces helpful discussions and advice aimed at nurturing healthy family relationships.
In addition to textual guidance, readers will find downloadable tools to implement strategies discussed in the book. This allows parents to effectively integrate Dr Barkley's methods into daily life, promoting harmony at home and equipping their children to succeed.
Furthermore, the book does not overlook the challenges faced by parents who may themselves exhibit ADHD symptoms. With compassionate advice and practical strategies, it provides support to enable effective parenting despite these challenges.
Whether you are a parent grappling with a new diagnosis or seeking to enhance your understanding of an ongoing battle with ADHD, Taking Charge of ADHD, Fourth Edition stands as an essential, trusted companion, guiding you towards a future where challenges are met with understanding and action.
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Taking Charge of ADHD, Fourth Edition by Russell A. Barkley is highly praised for its comprehensive and practical approach to managing ADHD in children. Reviewers appreciate the book’s foundation in recent scientific research and its step-by-step guidance for parents. It is described as an essential resource that provides clear strategies for handling behavioural challenges, working with schools, and supporting both children and parents in navigating ADHD.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781462542673
Publisher: Guilford Publications
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 14 July 2020
Country: United States
Imprint: Guilford Press
Edition: 4th edition
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Width: 178.0mm
Height: 254.0mm
Weight: 640g
Pages: 381
About the Author
Russell A. Barkley, PhD, ABPP, ABCN, before retiring in 2021, served on the faculties of the University of Massachusetts Medical Center, the Medical University of South Carolina, and Virginia Commonwealth University. Dr. Barkley has worked with children, adolescents, and families since the 1970s and is the author of numerous bestselling books for both professionals and the public, including Taking Charge of ADHD and Your Defiant Child. He has also published six assessment scales and more than 300 scientific articles and book chapters on attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, executive functioning, and childhood defiance. A frequent conference presenter and speaker who is widely cited in the national media, Dr. Barkley is past president of the Section on Clinical Child Psychology (the former Division 12) of the American Psychological Association (APA), and of the International Society for Research in Child and Adolescent Psychopathology. He is a recipient of awards from the American Academy of Pediatrics and the APA, among other honors. His website is www.russellbarkley.org.
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