ADHD

The Ultimate Teen Guide

John Aspromonte

• Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
• Year: 2018
• eBook ISBN:
  9781538100394
• Edition: 1

According to a recent report, up to 5% of school children in the United States have Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. Commonly referred to as ADHD, this condition affects teens in a number of ways, from excessive fidgeting and difficulty following instructions to avoiding tasks that require concentration and displaying impulsive behavior. While ADHD has become a household term, there are many questions about the nature of this condition and how it can affect young adults.

In ADHD: The Ultimate Teen Guide, John Aspromonte looks at the causes of this condition, examines its various symptoms, and dispels the myths associated with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. Most importantly, the author offers sound advice about how to cope with ADHD. Included in this volume are details about:
how ADHD affects family members and friendswhat treatment options are available, including counseling what medications are most frequently prescribed, along with their potential side effects
In addition to input from medical experts, this book features personal stories and quotes from teens, providing readers with a balanced insight into ADHD. With a glossary of terms and a list of resources, ADHD: The Ultimate Teen Guide is an invaluable source of hope for teens and their families.

Table of contents

• Contents
• Acknowledgments
• Introduction
• Chapter 1: What Is ADHD?
• Chapter 2: The History of ADHD
• Chapter 3: Special Education Legislation
• Chapter 4: The Brain
• Chapter 5: Why Schoolwork Is So Hard (and What to Do about It)
• Chapter 6: Social and Emotional Aspects of ADHD
• Chapter 7: Treatment
• Chapter 8: Home Life and Family
• Chapter 9: ADHD Superpowers
• Chapter 10: Successful People with ADHD
• Chapter 11: Bullying
• Chapter 12: College and Career
• Glossary
• Notes
• Resources
• About the Author