Deficit Disorder

Increasing numbers of parents grapple with children who are acting out without obvious reason. Revved up and irritable, many of these children are diagnosed with ADHD, bipolar illness, autism, or other disorders, but don't respond well to treatment. They are then medicated, often with poor results and unwanted side effects. Based on emerging scientific research and extensive clinical experience, integrative child psychiatrist Dr. Victoria Dunckley has pioneered a four-week program to treat the frequent underlying cause, Electronic Screen Syndrome (ESS).

Written by two professionals who have "been there and done that" with their own sons with ADHD, Raising Boys with ADHD empowers parents to help their sons with ADHD find success in school and beyond. The book covers topics not often found in other parenting guides, such as the preschool years, early diagnosis and strategies for teens transitioning to work and college. Filled with practical knowledge, resources, and tools needed to help parents address the many strengths and challenges of boys with ADHD, this book provides parents with encouragement and hope for the future.

"Ton enfant est hyperactif... ou pas" offre un regard frais et approfondi sur la manière dont nous percevons et réagissons à l'énergie débordante de nos enfants. S'appuyant sur des expériences personnelles et une recherche rigoureuse, l'auteur, un parent confronté aux nombreux diagnostics de TDAH et d’hyperactivité pour son fils, remet en question les solutions rapides souvent proposées. Après avoir aidé avec succès son fils, il a partagé ses découvertes sur les réseaux sociaux pour aider le plus grand nombre de parents possible.

The future of our society depends on our gifted children - the population in which we'll find our next Isaac Newton, Albert Einstein, or Virginia Woolf. Yet the gifts and talents of some of our most brilliant kids may never be recognized because these children fall into a group known as twice exceptional, or "2e". Twice exceptional kids are both gifted and diagnosed with a disability - often ADHD or an autism spectrum disorder - leading teachers and parents to overlook the child's talents and focus solely on his weaknesses.

Unlike your redneck uncle, ADHD does not discriminate. It only appears that it does because the boys are the ones getting handed out diagnoses like funnel cakes at the county fair. Girls with ADHD are daydreaming out the window, their attention caught by a passing butterfly. Their brand of ADHD is creating turtle ballets while a teacher drones on about the rules of subtraction. These girls are armchair diagnosed as "lazy, slow, odd, daydreamer, anxiety riddled, etc."

Whether you're a young adult who is stalled on the journey to independence or a concerned parent still sharing the family nest, this compassionate book is for you. Providing a fresh perspective on the causes of failure to launch, the expert authors present a 10-step plan that helps grown kids and parents work together to achieve liftoff.

Do you walk in a room to organize and find yourself paralyzed and overwhelmed? Do you find yourself spending money on organizing solutions that don't work? Organizing isn't easy. And having ADHD doesn't make it any easier. But it doesn't have to be impossible.

ADHD causes more than just distractibility and restlessness. We avert tragedies by accurately identifying and treating adult ADHD, yet far too often we fail to recognize the condition. Through his political prominence, Mr. Trump nominated himself to be the poster child for adult ADHD. Through his political prominence, Mr. Trump nominated himself to be the poster child for adult ADHD. The President also showcases how we frequently ignore or mischaracterize even florid and daily ADHD-driven behaviors, particularly in individuals who also display other mental health conditions.

Tired of Parenting Struggles? Discover the Secret to a Peaceful, Thriving Family Life Without the Stress and Frustration. Decoding ADHD: Essential knowledge for parents.

Fire Child, Water Child is a revolutionary guide to parenting a child with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) that does not rely on medication or pathologizing your child's challenges. This method helps you identify your child's unique focusing style - wood, fire, earth, metal, or water - and calm the stress that can contribute to your child's ADHD symptoms.

If you've ever felt like nothing out there really addresses your unique ADHD challenges as a woman, let this be the resource that changes that for you. You're not looking for a magic wand; you're looking for effective, achievable steps to make life easier. And that’s what this book is all about… strategies that’ll have you saying, “Why didn’t I find this sooner?”

Uma visão completa, otimista e profundamente sensível do Transtorno do déficit de atenção e hiperatividade (TDAH) Escrito por um dos mais respeitados pensadores em saúde mental, esta obra desfaz o mito de que o TDAH é uma simples questão de genética. Com base na sabedoria adquirida em quarenta anos de prática clínica e em sua própria luta para superar a desatenção, Dr. Gabor Maté defende que as experiências da infância e o ambiente em que vivemos desempenham papel determinante tanto na causa quanto na cura do transtorno.

Filled with actionable strategies proven to improve focus, increase productivity, and promote well-being, Brain Hacks will help you transform the way you work, live, and feel by tapping into the power of your executive functioning skills. Modern life requires a lot of our brains. We need to stay organized, manage our time wisely, and make important decisions. These essential skills - known as executive functioning - affect every aspect of our lives, from how we function at work and home to how we manage stress.

Je m’appelle Aurélie RENARD-VIGNELLES , j’ai 7 troubles DYS et un TDAH, en d’autres termes je suis neuro-atypique et fière de l’être . Après un parcours difficile dans les apprentissages, dans le monde du travail et au quotidien, j’ai créé en août 2018, mon entreprise 6foisdys . Je suis maintenant, conférencière , consultante et formatrice « troubles DYS » indépendante. Tu découvriras au travers de ce livre, comment je suis passée d’une petite fille humiliée à une entrepreneuse aguerrie , grâce à la résilience .

If you’re tired of being told just to get on with it – even by yourself! – this book is for you. In The ADHD Women’s Wellbeing Toolkit Coach and Podcaster, Kate Moryoussef shares the psychology and science behind the challenges faced by women with ADHD and lays out a roadmap for you to uncover your authentic self.

In Parenting ADHD Now!, Diane and Elaine combine their practical know-how and professional expertise to offer immediate, actionable strategies you can use to guide and support your ADHD child compassionately and effectively.

Leap from frustration to freedom in mere minutes a day! Master the art of organization, supercharge your executive function, and transform your life, even if ADHD has ruled your world until now. Being easily distracted, struggling with time management, and dealing with impulse control can make everyday tasks daunting. But guess what? Your ADHD does NOT define you – nor does it limit your potential to lead an organized and fulfilling life. It’s time to embrace imperfection and create a personalized system that aligns with your unique brain!

Unlock the hidden potential of your ADHD and turn it into your greatest asset. Understanding the Intense Energy and Hyperfocus of ADHD in Men to Harness These Stealthy Strengths for Professional and Personal Growth and Unlocking the Hidden Benefits of ADHD. This comprehensive guide is tailored specifically for men, addressing the unique challenges and advantages that come with ADHD.

Are you exhausted from constant battles with your explosive ADHD child? Have you tried everything from reward charts to time-outs, only to watch them fail time and time again? Do you finally want to say goodbye to stress-filled days and damaged family relationships? You see, managing an ADHD child's explosive behavior doesn't have to consume your life. Even if you've worked with countless therapists or tried every parenting book on the market. A recent study in the Journal of Child Psychology revealed that quick intervention techniques can reduce ADHD meltdowns by 70%.

In Focused Forward: Navigating the Storms of Adult ADHD, author and self-proclaimed "ADHD-er" James M. Ochoa, LPC, goes beyond the management and scheduling techniques most ADHD books focus on to deal with what really holds so many ADHD-ers back - the emotional fallout of ADHD.