Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder : a clinical guide to diagnosis and treatment for health and mental health professionals / Larry B. Silver.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Silver, Larry B.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder.

Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity--diagnosis.

Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity--therapy.

Medical Subjects:

Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity--diagnosis.

Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity--therapy.

Physical Description:

ix, 247 pages ; 23 cm

Edition:

Third edition.

Place of Publication:

Washington, DC : American Psychiatric Pub., [2004]

Summary:

Providing a broad overview of the continuum of neurobiologically based conditions, Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder thoroughly reviews disorders often found to be comorbid with ADHD, including specific learning disorders, anxiety disorders, depression, anger regulation problems, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and tic disorders. This guidebook discusses such practical concerns as how to make a differential diagnosis, work with children and families in a multimodal treatment setting, manage a medication regimen, and explain ADHD to parents. Covering ways to work with the school system as well as new and controversial therapies, this up-to-the-minute book is essential reading for all who care for individuals with ADHD.

Contents:

2 The Continuum of Neurologically Based Disorders 9

3 History of Attention Disorders Including Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder 17

4 Etiology of Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder 23

II Diagnosis

5 Clinical Findings Suggestive of Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder 33

6 Establishing the Diagnosis 37

III Associated Disorders

7 Specific Learning Disabilities 53

8 Regulating Disorders and Tic Disorders 77

9 Secondary Psychiatric Disorders and Social Difficulties 89

IV Treatment

10 Basic Treatment Concepts 111

11 Educating the Individual and the Family 115

12 Clinical Interventions With the Individual, Parents, or Family 123

13 Working With the School System 129

14 Behavioral Management 137

15 Psychopharmacology 159

16 Controversial Therapies 183

V Special Topics

17 Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder in Adults 201

18 Relevant Educational and Civil Laws 211.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references and index.

ISBN:

1585621315

OCLC:

52342051