If you're among the millions of adults with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), you need the latest facts about the disorder and its treatment. You need practical strategies to help develop your strengths and achieve your goals, whether on the job, in family relationships, or in personal pursuits. From renowned ADHD researcher/clinician Russell A. Barkley, this is the book for you. Dr. Barkley takes you through the process of seeking professional help, addresses frequently asked questions about medications and other treatments, and offers a wealth of advice and tips--all science-based. Featuring the latest resources and medication facts, the revised and updated second edition includes new or expanded discussions of mindfulness, emotional self-control, time management, building a successful career, maintaining a healthy lifestyle, and more. Finally, an authoritative one-stop resource to help you take back your life from ADHD.
Mental health professionals, see also Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy for Adult ADHD: Targeting Executive Dysfunction, by Mary V. Solanto.

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Proven Strategies to Succeed at Work, at Home, and in Relationships
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Table of contents
- Cover
- Praise for Taking Charge of Adult ADHD
- Also from Russell A. Barkley
- Title Page
- Dedication
- Copyright Page
- Contents
- Acknowledgments
- Author’s Note
- Introduction
- Step One: To Get Started, Get Evaluated
- Step Two: Change Your Mindset: Know and Own Your ADHD
- Step Three: Change Your Brain: Medications for Mastering ADHD
- Step Four: Change Your Life: Everyday Rules for Success
- Step Five: Change Your Situation: Mastering ADHD in Specific Areas of Your Life
- Appendix: A Closer Look at ADHD Symptoms
- Resources
- Index
- About the Authors
- About Guilford Press
- Discover Related Guilford Books
- Keep reading for a FREE excerpt from Taking Charge of ADHD: The Complete, Authoritative Guide for Parents, Fourth Edition
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