Interventions for ADHD

Synopsis

This important volume takes a lifespan perspective on ADHD, enabling clinicians to develop effective and appropriate interventions for preschoolers, school-age children, adolescents, and adults. Teeter incorporates current findings on the genetic and neurodevelopmental bases of ADHD and the environmental conditions that exacerbate its effects. For each age group, normative developmental challenges are reviewed; the impact of ADHD on cognitive, psychosocial,academic, and behavioural functioning is explored; and a wide range of intervention approaches are descirbed and evaluated. Integrating medical, psychological, educational, and family perspectives, the volume is designed for optimal ease of use. Included are numerous clearly presented charts and practical suggestions for assessment and treatment.