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Attention, girls! : a guide to learn all about your AD/HD / by Quinn, Patricia O.(CARDINAL)363802; Pearce, Carl,illustrator.(CARDINAL)494600;
Includes bibliographical references (pages 114-119).Contains practical ways to improve organization, focus, study and homework skills, as well as information on making and keeping friends, dealing with emotions, improving self-esteem, overcoming sleep problems, understanding medication, and managing anxiety.007-011.
Subjects: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder in adolescence;
Available copies: 11 / Total copies: 11
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Facing bipolar : the young adult's guide to dealing with bipolar disorder / by Federman, Russ.(CARDINAL)498833; Thomson, J. Anderson.(CARDINAL)498834;
Includes bibliographical references (pages 159-160).Thomson, J. AndersonBipolar disorder can derail a young person on the verge of adulthood if it isn't managed through acceptance and goal-setting. This book presents the authors' self-help plan, which is based on four key components: stability, stress management, self-monitoring, and sleep
Subjects: Bipolar disorder in adolescence;
Available copies: 2 / Total copies: 3
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Straight talk about psychiatric medications for kids / by Wilens, Timothy E.(CARDINAL)650358;
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Subjects: Pediatric psychopharmacology;
Available copies: 4 / Total copies: 4
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The rested child : why your tired, wired, or irritable child may have a sleep disorder--and how to help / by Winter, W. Chris,author(CARDINAL)340771;
Includes bibliographical references (pages 299-313) and index."A comprehensive guide to the varied sleep disorders that affect children from infancy to adolescence, many of which are commonly misdiagnosed, offering new wisdom to parents about how to ease their child's troubles."--Sleep 101 for parents : how sleep works in your kid's brain -- Sleep belief : your parents were wrong about everything, from pills to naps to cosleeping -- Pediatric insomnia : understanding what it means when your child says he "can't sleep" -- Sleep schedules : a scheduled child makes a happy parent -- Insufficient-sleep disorders and school start times : how to find a school bus in the dark -- Sleep and disorders of attention : "Can you repeat that? I was thinking about a spaceship" -- Narcolepsy : "Given how much your child sleeps in class, this C+ is a remarkable achievement" -- Circadian issues in children in teenagers : "Good morning, Mom. What's for dinner?" -- Technology and children : "There will be no television until you finish that homework on your iPad!" -- Nightmares, night terrors, sleepwalking and -talking and -eating : more nighttime drama and screaming that a Real Housewives episode -- Restless legs syndrome / periodic limb movement disorder : "If you can't sit still during my class, you can fidget out in the hall" -- Enuresis : despite what your pediatrician keeps telling you, this is not normal! -- Snoring and sleep apnea : "He has his Grandma's eyes and Grandpa's compromised breathing" -- Sleep and special situations : you are now entering a world of total medical confusion and misinformation; please buckle up -- Disorders of fatigue : why your kid is exhausted (and not depressed) -- Time to see a sleep specialist : pediatric sleep doctor--it's totally a real thing! -- Conclusion: you made it; given today's standards, you may be a pediatric sleep expert.
Subjects: Self-help publications.; Sleep disorders in children.; Child rearing.; Parenting.;
Available copies: 7 / Total copies: 7
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Teaching life skills to children and teens with ADHD : a guide for parents and counselors / by Monastra, Vincent J.,author.(CARDINAL)463996;
Includes bibliographical references and index.Life lessons -- Succeeding in life isn't easy but it starts simple: eat, sleep, & exercise -- Making yourself heard, by staying calm -- Getting what you want in life without getting into trouble -- Being confident, Part 1: master something that matters to your peers -- Being confident, Part 2: face your fears -- Finding out what others like to talk about -- Making faces can be a good idea (sometimes) -- Ignoring teasing will not make it go away -- Every day, find ways to show appreciation -- Kindness is contagious -- Organization is not a four letter word -- Persistence pays -- Final thoughts.For kids with ADHD, learning to relate to others can be difficult. Teaching Life Skills to Children and Teens with ADHD describes the author's life skills program and features practical strategies for helping children and teens develop essential life skills at home, school, or in a support group setting.
Subjects: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder.; Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder in adolescence.; Life skills;
Available copies: 3 / Total copies: 3
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Mental health disorders sourcebook : basic consumer health information about healthy brain functioning and mental illnesses, including depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety disorders, posttraumatic stress disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, psychotic and personality disorders, eating disorders, impulse control disorders ... / by Bellenir, Karen.(CARDINAL)386725;
Includes bibliographical references and index."Provides basic consumer health information about the signs, symptoms, and treatment of various mental illnesses, and the special mental health concerns of children and adolescents, older adults, and other groups, along with tips for maintaining mental wellness. Includes index, glossary of related terms, and other resources"--
Subjects: Mental illness.; Psychiatry.;
Available copies: 0 / Total copies: 2
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Straight talk about psychiatric medications for kids / by Wilens, Timothy.;
Subjects: Pediatric psychopharmacology;
Available copies: 3 / Total copies: 3
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Teens growing up : skills and strategies / by Moglia, Paul,editor.(CARDINAL)399366;
Includes bibliographical references (pages 485-529) and index."There is no greater time of personal flux and development than one's teenage years! This new title brings together informative and helpful information about the myriad aspects of teenage life, to aid parents, guardians, practitioners, and teenagers themselves in this crucial time in their lives. Hundreds of essays take a deep dive into issues that contemporary teenagers are facing now, and offer tools and strategies to help deal with difficulties in school, at home, and in teenagers' personal lives Here are just some of the issues and topics covered in this wide-ranging resource: Anxiety and Depression Bipolar Disorder Bullying Eating Disorders Environmentalism Gender Identity LGBTQ+ Issues Money Management Peer Pressure Racism Sleep Disorders Tattos and Piercings Time Management Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Body Dysmorphic Disorder Drug and Alcohol Use and Misuse Educations and Studies Family Dynamics Grief and Coping Mental Health Nutrition Physical Health Sex and Relationships Social Media Teen Parenting and More! All essays are written by experts in their fields, and start with a list of relevant issues and significance of the topic. Helpful subheads, photographs, and charts punctuate the essays, all of which end with an annotated list for Further Information. Teens: Growing Up, Skills and Strategies is designed to help parents and teenagers alike find their way during this transitional time, from identifying the many complex issues that can arise, to putting solutions into place with the goal of guiding teens into adulthood."--
Subjects: Reference works.; Informational works.; Adolescence; Adolescent psychology.; Teenagers; Teenagers; Teenagers;
Available copies: 3 / Total copies: 3
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Straight talk about psychiatric medications for kids / by Wilens, Timothy E.(CARDINAL)650358; Hammerness, Paul Graves,author.(CARDINAL)492634;
Includes bibliographical references and index."When a child is struggling with an emotional or behavioral problem, parents face many difficult decisions. Is medication the right choice? What about side effects? How long will medication be needed? In this authoritative guide, leading child psychiatrists Drs. Timothy Wilens and Paul Hammerness explain the nuts and bolts of psychiatric medications--from how they work and potential risks to their impact on a child's emotions, school performance, personality, and health. Extensively revised to include the latest information about medications and their uses, the fourth edition is even more accessible, and includes pullouts, bulleted lists, and "take home points" highlighting critical facts. In addition to parents, this is an ideal reference for teachers and other school professionals"--
Subjects: Pediatric psychopharmacology;
Available copies: 2 / Total copies: 2
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Brain health / by McKay, Sarah,author;
"The brain is your hardest-working organ. Brain health for dummies shows you how to support its many functions, so it can keep thriving for years to come. Brain health is important for your mood and mental health, performance at school and work, and your well-being as you age. With the simple strategies inside, you can keep your brain in top shape and lessen your chance of decline later in life. This book explains the science behind brain health and gives you advice you can use as you become your own brain health coach"--
Subjects: Brain; Brain; Neurosciences;
Available copies: 7 / Total copies: 11
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