Description
Do you think your child has Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)? Then this book is for you! What are the signs that can detect ADHD? Who should we contact to have our child evaluated, and what steps should we take? Once the diagnosis is confirmed, how can we make an informed decision about medication? For or against? Will my child be labeled? What follow-up will be done after the diagnosis? What tools should be put in place? These are some of the questions most frequently asked by parents. ADHD brings its share of daily challenges, even in the smallest details. Ariane Hébert offers us concrete strategies and tips to put into practice, in order to help adults intervene appropriately. How to teach children with ADHD to: -Not lose anything -Not forget anything -Get organized -Be less agitated -Stay focused during class or homework -Manage impulsiveness -Reduce anger -Better cope with emotions -Overcome anxiety, etc. Punctuated with real-life stories, this book is friendly, stimulating, and the author's wise advice is easy to apply. The toolbox will certainly be a valuable help for parents... and children!