Table of contents:
Introduction to Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder. Etiology and Associated Features of ADHD: A Transactional Neurodevelopmental Model. Developmental Challenges of the Toddler/Preschool Stage: The Impact of ADHD on Normal Development. Intervention Strategies and Techniques for the Toddler/Preschool Stage. Developmental Challenges of the Middle Childhood Stage: The Impact of ADHD in Normal Development for the Middle Childhood Stage. Developmental Challenges of the Adolescent Stage: The Impact of ADHD on Normal Development. Intervention Strategies and Techniques for the Adolescent Stage. Developmental Challenges of Adulthood: The Impact of ADHD on Normal Development and Interventions Options. Future Research Trends.
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.
Takes a lifespan perspective on ADHD, enabling clinicians to develop effective and appropriate interventions for preschoolers, school-age children, adolescents and adults.
Introduction to Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder. Etiology and Associated Features of ADHD: A Transactional Neurodevelopmental Model. Developmental Challenges of the Toddler/Preschool Stage: The Impact of ADHD on Normal Development. Intervention Strategies and Techniques for the Toddler/Preschool Stage. Developmental Challenges of the Middle Childhood Stage: The Impact of ADHD in Normal Development for the Middle Childhood Stage. Developmental Challenges of the Adolescent Stage: The Impact of ADHD on Normal Development. Intervention Strategies and Techniques for the Adolescent Stage. Developmental Challenges of Adulthood: The Impact of ADHD on Normal Development and Interventions Options. Future Research Trends.
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.
Takes a lifespan perspective on ADHD, enabling clinicians to develop effective and appropriate interventions for preschoolers, school-age children, adolescents and adults.