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The executive functioning workbook for teens : help for unprepared, late, and scattered teens / by Hansen, Sharon A.(CARDINAL)846112;
Age 14-18.
Subjects: Literature.; Executive ability in adolescence; Self-management (Psychology) for teenagers; Self-control in adolescence; Attention in adolescence;
Available copies: 0 / Total copies: 1
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The teenage girl's guide to living well with ADHD : improve your self knowledge, self-esteem and self-care / by Ali, Sonia,author.;
This is a positive, self-affirming guide for girls with ADHD to increase their self-knowledge and empower them in their daily lives. It explains the strengths and challenges of ADHD including dealing with emotions and hypersensitivity, the pros and cons of mind-wandering, how to build self-esteem and the fundamentals of good self-care. The chapters are full of tips, strategies and visuals designed for ADHD learners and include self-reflective activities that can be used with support from parents, mentors or teachers.
Subjects: Young adult literature.; Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder in adolescence.; Teenage girls;
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Smart foods for ADHD and brain health : how diet and nutrition influence mental function, behaviour and mood / by Gow, Rachel,author.;
Includes bibliographical references and index.The brain and the ADHD brain -- The gun-brain axis -- Food as medicine and food as poison -- ADHD genetics and nutrition as modulator -- The right fat: omega-3 fatty acids -- Other nutrients for coping with ADHD -- Food allergies and sensitivities -- Sugars and dyes -- Diets that help and diets that hinder -- Eating mindfully."Changing a child's diet will improve not just their physical health, but also their mental well-being, mood, and cognitive function at a fundamental level. This book highlights the link between nutrition and cognitive function, and demonstrates the crucial role of diet in supporting children with ADHD. Written by an internationally-recognised leader in the growing field of nutritional psychiatry, this book takes a nutrition-based look at ADHD and its management. Combining the latest theory and research with the inspirational stories of a range of professionals and individuals whose lives have been touched by the issues raised, Rachel also includes accessible tips throughout and a chapter of recipes to promote brain health. This is the go-to guide to understanding the interplay of brain health and nutrition, and supporting families to build a diet that ensures children reach their full potential in life."--
Subjects: Recipes.; Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder in adolescence; Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder in adolescence; Nutrition;
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ADHD : a guide to understanding symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment, and changes over time in children, adolescents, and adults / by Wender, Paul H.,1934-2016,author.(CARDINAL)519060; Tomb, David A.,author.(CARDINAL)515132;
" Drawing on over forty years of clinical and research experience, Paul Wender and new coauthor David A. Tomb have created a classic, definitive model for identifying and treating children and adults who have Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). ADHD: Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder in Children and Adults, Fifth Edition offers insights into the progression of ADHD to those at any age and describes the best treatment. Wender and Tomb stress that drug therapy remains the most effectivein treating the disorder, but psychological techniques, when combined with medication, can produce further improvement. In addition, extensive first-hand accounts from men, women, and children offer dramatic insight into what it feels like to have, and to receive medical treatment for, ADHD. Throughout, the book contains valuable information on where to seek help and what kinds of diagnostic tests exist and how reliable they are, as well as comprehensive instructions and rating scales to help parents best help their child and to help adults self-screen for the disorder. This concise and fully revised volume is a practical tool for individuals at any age, parents and teachers of children with ADHD, and clinicians. "--"In a discussion of ADHD treatments, Wender and Tomb stress that drug therapy remains the most effective in treating the disorder. They add, however, that psychological techniques, when combined with medication, can produce further improvement. Wender andTomb offer practical, comprehensive instructions on how parents of an ADHD sufferer can best help their child. Now a classic work, ADHD grants parents and adults whose lives have been touched by this disorder an indispensable source of help, hope, and understanding"--1200L
Subjects: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder.; Children with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder.; Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder in adolescence.; People with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder.;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 6
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Coping with Tourette Syndrome and tic disorders / by Moe, Barbara A.(CARDINAL)756843;
Includes bibliographical references (pages 161-167) and index.Discusses the causes, manifestations, and ways to cope with Tourette Syndrome and other related tic disorders.Accelerated Reader AR
Subjects: Tourette syndrome in adolescence.; Tourette syndrome in children.; Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder in adolescence.; Tic disorders; Tourette syndrome in adolescence; Tourette syndrome in children; Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder in adolescence; Tourette syndrome;
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Teenagers with ADD, ADHD & executive function deficits : a guide for parents and professionals / by Zeigler Dendy, Chris A.,author.(CARDINAL)391560;
Includes bibliographical references and index.What is attention-deficit disorder and why are executive functions so important? -- Diagnosis of ADD, ADHD, and EFD -- Causes: understanding ADD, ADHD, and the brain -- Treatment of ADHD and EFD in preteens and adolescents -- Should your teen or preteen take medicine? -- Attention disorders and coexisting conditions -- Moving beyond guilt, anger, and fear to optimism! -- Raising a healthy, well-adjusted preteen or teenager -- Common behaviors of preteens and teens with ADHD and EFD -- When teens and preteens continue to struggle -- The parent's role in eliminating academic agony -- Working on the home front -- Success, not just survival in school -- Legal leverage for pursuing academic success -- After high school, what next? -- Parents have permission to take charge -- Words of wisdom from the kids, 25 years later.
Subjects: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder in adolescence;
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Teenagers with ADD and ADHD : a guide for parents and professionals / by Zeigler Dendy, Chris A.(CARDINAL)391560; Zeigler Dendy, Chris A.Teenagers with ADD.(CARDINAL)415205;
Includes bibliographical references and index.1. What is attention deficit disorder? -- 2. Causes : understanding ADD/ADHD and the brain -- 3. Diagnosis of ADD or ADHD -- 4. Moving behind guilt, anger, and fear to optimism! -- 5. Treatment of ADD and ADHD in adolescents -- 6. The medication dilemma : should your teen take medicine? -- 7. Attention disorders and coexisting conditions -- 8. Raising a healthy, well-adjusted teenager -- 9. Common behaviors of teenagers with ADD or ADHD -- 10. When teenagers continue to struggle -- 11. The parent's role in eliminating academic agony -- 12. Working on the home front -- 13. Success, not just survival, in school -- 14. Legal leverage for pursuing academic success -- 15. After high school...what next? -- 16. Parents have permission to take charge -- 17. Words of wisdom from the kids -- Appendix 1. Medication rating scale -- Appendix 2. Sample contract -- Appendix 3. The ABCs of ADD/ADHD : impact on school performance -- Appendix 4. Sample medical report -- Appendix 5. Developing and implementing effective IEPs -- Appendix 6. OHI school eligibility report.
Subjects: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder in adolescence;
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Thriving with ADHD Workbook for Teens : Improve Focus, Get Organized, and Succeed / by Tyler, Allison,1985-author.(CARDINAL)884424; Breiling, Laura,illustrator.(CARDINAL)885021;
Includes bibliographical references and index."Thriving with ADHD Workbook for Teens gives you the tools to understand how ADHD works within your body, and actionable ways that you can use it to your advantage. Learn about some of your untapped strengths and see how you can channel your newly identified talents at school, in sports, and with friends." --
Subjects: Life skills guides.; Young adult literature.; Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder in adolescence.; Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder.; Teenagers with disabilities.; Teenagers;
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A beginner's guide on parenting children with ADHD : a modern approach to understand and lead your hyperactive child to success / by Bass, Richard,author.(CARDINAL)860805;
Includes bibliographical references."From explosive to outstanding: how to confidently raise children with ADHD in the 21st century. If you want your kid to thrive in school and at home and become a prosperous adult, you'll need to implement modern approaches in your parenting style. This guide, containing a wealth of knowledge and tools, will help you do just that. In A Beginner's Guide on Parenting Children with ADHD, you'll discover: How to know if your child has ADHD-- and a guide on getting the proper medical attention to avoid misdiagnosis -- The silver lining to ADHD: learn the strengths that come with ADHD and how to help your child harness them -- Aggression and anger outburst coaching guide for kids with ADHD to prevent uncomfortable moments in public -- How to get your teen to listen to you more, follow household rules, and do chores without supervision -- Steps to helping your child manage their "big feelings" and deal with emotions positively -- Medications and alternative treatment options for kids with ADHD -- How to teach your little one compassion and social skills so that they can interact better with their peers and avoid getting isolated -- How to foster consistency in your child's schoolwork and homework to ensure they do well academically -- Simple tactics and lifestyle changes you can implement at home to help improve your child's ADHD behavior for good. And much more-- As a parent, raising a child with ADHD is not a burden, and it shouldn't feel like one. With the right tools and knowledge, you'll be equipped to parent your little one and see them off to live alone, achieve immense success, and chase their dreams when the time comes. It's time to shake off the fear of feeling like an inadequate parent and learn everything there is to know about raising kids with ADHD. Discover how you can bring up brilliant and successful kids."--Back cover.
Subjects: Children with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder.; Children with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder; Children with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder; Children with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder; Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder in adolescence.; Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder in adolescence; Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder in adolescence; Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder in adolescence; Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder.; Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder; Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder; Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder;
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Gifted / by Martin, Kirk.(CARDINAL)535916;
Subjects: Psychological fiction.; Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder in adolescence; Intuition; Interpersonal relations;
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