Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Health Information

Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

" Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, the most extensively studied mental disorder in children, affects an estimated 3 percent to 7 percent (2,000,000) of young school-age children and an estimated 4 percent (8,000,000) of adults across racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic lines." — From Senate Resolution 370, 108th Congress of the United States, 2d session, 2004

BOOKS

12 Effective Ways to Help Your ADD/ADHD Child: Drug-Free Alternatives to Attention Deficit Disorder.
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Laura J. Stevens
Wayne, NJ: Avery, c2000

The ADD Nutrition Solution: A Drug-Free Thirty Day Plan.
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Marcia Zimmerman
New York: Holt, 1999

ADHD: A Complete and Authoritative Guide for Parents.
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Michael I. Reiff with Sherill Tippins
Elk Grove Village, Ill.: American Academy of Pediatrics, c2004

ADHD: Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder in Children and Adults.
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Paul H. Wender
Oxford, New York: Oxford University Press, 2000

All about Attention Deficit Disorder.
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Thomas W. Phelan
Glen Ellyn, IL: Child Management, 2000

The All-in-One Guide to ADD & Hyperactivity.
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Dr. Elvis Ali et al
Niagara Falls, NY: AGES Publication, c2001

Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder: What Every Parent Wants to Know.
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David L. Wodrich
Baltimore, MD: Paul H. Brookes Pub. Co., 2000

Fragments: Coping with Attention Deficit Disorder.
616.8589 S
Amy E. Stein
New York: Haworth Press, 2002

Getting Rid of Ritalin: How Neurofeedback Can Sucessfully Treat Attention Deficit Disorder Without Drugs.
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Robert W. Hill and Eduardo Castro
Charlottesville, VA : Hampton Roads Pub. Co., c2002

Making the System Work for Your Child with ADHD.
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Peter S. Jensen
New York: Guilford Press, c2004

Ritalin Is Not the Answer: Action Guide: An Interactive Companion to the Bestselling Drug-Free ADD/ADHD Parenting Program.
616.8589 S
David B. Stein
San Francisco: Jossey-Bass, c2002

Taking Charge of ADHD: The Complete, Authoritative Guide for Parents.
618.9285 B
Russell A. Barkley
New York: Guilford Press, c2000

Wild Child: How You Can Help Your Child with Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) and Other Behavioral Disorders.
618.9285 M
Don Mordasini
Binghamton, NY: Haworth, c2001

WEB SITES

ADHD: Does My Child Have It?
http://familydoctor.org/230.xml
FamilyDoctor.org is sponsored by the American Academy of Family Physicians, a national medical organization which represents over 93,000 family physicians, family practice residents and medical students. The page dedicated to attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder primarily addresses parental concerns. There is a section devoted to frequently asked questions, as well as, information about ADHD medicines and parenting tips. Articles are available in Spanish.

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
http://www.nimh.nih.gov/publicat/adhd.cfm
Sponsored by the National Institute of Mental Health, this site presents authoritative information about attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. Detailed descriptions of symptoms, causes, treatment are provided. Additional information on behavioral interventions, educational resources and treatment of ADHD in adults is featured.

CHADD: Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder
http://chadd.org/
Founded in 1987, Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (CHADD) is a national not-for-profit organization which aims "to improve the lives people affected by AD/HD through collaborative leadership, advocacy, research, education and support." The organization's web site features fact sheets, frequently asked questions, information about local support services and assorted resources including books and articles. Educational and workplace issues, as well as, disability benefits are covered.

Healthfinder: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
http://healthfinder.gov/scripts/searchcontext.asp?topic=14151
Healthfinder, a service of the National Health Information Center, offers current and credible health news and links to organizations concerned with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. The site offers an overview of the disease, clinical trial updates, support group listings, as well as, links to broader and related topics.

MedlinePlus: Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/attentiondeficitdisorderwithhyperactivity.html
Medline Plus presents reliable information from the National Library of Medicine. The page on attention deficit disorder with hyperactivity includes overviews, as well as, information about diagnosis, symptoms, treatments and clinical trials. In addition to featuring research articles, the site covers alternative therapies, specific conditions, coping information and resources for special populations. Material is also available in Spanish.

National Resource Center of AD/HD: A Program of CHADD
http://help4adhd.org/
Aiming to improve the quality of life of individuals with AD/HD, their families and friends, the National Resource Center functions as a clearinghouse offering reliable information and resources concerning the disorder. The section entitled "About AD/HD" presents myths, causes, statistics and facts sheets. Topical coverage also includes diagnosis, treatment options, public benefits programs, as well as, legal and insurance systems.

Miriam Tuliao, February 2005