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Study on ADD and TV
The recent study published on watching television between the ages of one and three and the possible link to ADD/ADHD did not take many considerations into account. The author of the study even admits that he cannot conclude that television watching and ADD/ADHD are linked.

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Children's Books

 
 
"Jumpin' Johnny GET BACK TO WORK! 
A Child's Guide to ADHD/Hyperactivity"

by
Michael Gordon, PhD.

Several years ago, when my son was first diagnosed with ADHD, we searched bookstores and the local library for books to read together with our son, to help with discussions on how a diagnosis of ADHD could impact his life, to relieve his fears and let him know that he was not alone.  We could not find any such publication and so went without, trying our best to explain according to our own knowledge.

This book is the book we were looking for. It explains, in the language of a child what to expect through his journey into the land of ADHD. What to expect from doctor's, counselors, teachers and how the family can be effected.

When I asked my son to read it (now aged 15) he exclaimed that it sounded just like him and that he wished that something like this would have been available when he was first diagnosed. 

It is a wonderful opportunity to open discussion and begin to work through the issues that children and their parents cope with when first faced with a diagnosis of ADHD. 

This book is geared toward the younger set, although the author has also written books for the teenagers, the siblings and the parents.
 
 

 

 

My Brother's A World Class Pain

by Michael Gordon, PhD

 

Children with siblings with ADD/ADHD are often confused over the amount of attention the child with ADHD receives.  Many times they begin to feel that the sibling is getting special treatment and is more important to the parents.  It can leave them feeling left out and unloved.  This book helps children to understand what is going on within their family and how they can help. 

The book is very realistic, describing real life situations in comical and inspiring ways.  Younger children can understand and accept the dynamics within the household more easily and it can open up wonderful discussions with your child on what exactly is ADD and why a child may be behaving in a certain way.

It is written in a very easy to read and helps you to find the humor in many situations that might otherwise be stressful.

 

This book is highly recommended for anyone with a child that does not have ADD and a child that does.

For more information on this book, or others written by Michael Gordon, PhD, click here.

review submitted by George Bailey Jr.

 

I Would If I Could

A Teenagers Guide to ADHD/Hyperactivity

by Michael Gordon, PhD

 

Wow, finally a book all about me.  If the name had been Derek, I would have thought someone just sat around a watched me for a few days and then wrote everything down.  When you have ADHD, sometimes you just think you are the only person that feels this frustrated and hyper.  You don't think that anyone else could possibly understand.  But, after reading this book, I know that there are many other kids out there feeling just like me.  

 

I think this book is great and would recommend it to all the other kids out there with ADHD.

 

review submitted by

Derek Harris, age 16

For more information on this book, or others written by Michael Gordon, PhD, click here.

 

Being In Control

by Jason Alster

This book provides some positive relaxation techniques to help in calming a hyperactive child.  These ideas can be done without cost to the parent.  One idea was in making a "water bag" to hold and squeeze to relieve tension.

These techniques are natural ways for calming a child (without medication).  The book also has tips for passing exams and getting along with others.

The book is geared toward elementary aged children and helps in teaching children ways that they can use on their own.  Includes a checklist and diploma in the back of the book.

review submitted by

George Bailey, father of child with ADHD

This book can be purchased at Amazon.com