Book description
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
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 with self-confidence, life
skills and secure family relationships.
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
.
