Adult AD/HD : a reader friendly guide to identifying, understanding, and treating adult attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder by Whiteman, Tom, Novotni, Michele; Petersen, Randy instant download

Adult AD/HD : a reader friendly guide to identifying, understanding, and treating adult attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder by Whiteman, Tom, Novotni, Michele; Petersen, Randy instant download

297 pages ; 22 cm, These are the kinds of comments and criticisms that adults with Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder hear again and again. So what's the problem? The truth is, inattentiveness, unfinished projects, inconsistency, impulsivity, and short attention spans are not chosen behaviors designed to drive others crazy. They're common symptoms of a much greater problem that affects millions of adults -- Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (AD/HD), formerly known as ADD. If these behaviors describe you or someone you know, Adult AD/HD can help. Not only does it identify, explain, and dispel the myths surrounding this disorder, but it also examines the symptoms of AD/HD and gives reasonable methods for diagnosis and treatment. Now completely revised and updated to incorporate the many medical discoveries and changes in the AD/HD field, Adult AD/HD includes chapters on coaching and alternative treatment options. Written especially for adults with AD/HD, this book works with the reader, providing an easy-to-read format, highlighted summaries, and true stories to illustrate the information. A valuable resource, Adult AD/HD also brings a better understanding to professional caregivers and the families, friends, and coworkers of those with AD/HD, Includes index, Naming the beast -- Beyond the blame game -- Is it AD/HD-or isn't it? -- This is your brain on AD/HD -- Who can diagnose and treat AD/HD? -- The assessment process -- Channel surfing: inattention -- Ready, fire, aim: impulsivity -- Dancing to a faster drummer: hyperactivity -- Medication -- Counseling -- Behavior modification -- Coaching -- Alternative treatments -- Organization -- Learning -- Relationships -- Work