Description
Book Synopsis Attention Deficit Disorder and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADD/ADHD) are among the most misunderstood problems facing young children today. Drugs like Ritalin and Cylert are traditionally prescribed to treat these disorders, but their use is controversial. While many children have been helped by these medications, at best, pills only temporarily improve symptoms. Sometimes they don’t work at all, and they can come with disturbing side effects such as weight loss, insomnia, and may even slow growth in younger children.
ADD/ADHD Drug Free gives frustrated parents a long-awaited natural alternative. The first book to feature enjoyable, practical activities for children that will help them cope with their disorder by strengthening brain functioning, this life-changing guide shows parents, teachers, and counselors how they can improve learning and behavior effectively and without medication. Timely and th
Table of Contents
CONTENTS
Foreword by Dr. Jay Cartervii
1When Medication Isn’t the Answer or Isn’t Enough1
2The “Challenging” Child9
3Your Child’s Amazing Brain: Boiled-Down Neurology for Nonscientists . . . by Nonscientists25
4Gabriel, Patrick, Denny, Tad, and Jeremy: A Few of Our Kids35
5About Learning Styles59
6Survival Skills 101 for Parents, Teachers, and Counselors69
7Reaching the Challenging Child—and Avoiding the Traps75
8Getting Started89
Appendix ISurvey of the Seven Strengths97
Appendix II“Brain-Exercising” Activities103
Workbook A Logical-Mathematical Activities105
Workbook B Bodily-Kinesthetic Activities119
Workbook C Intrapersonal Activities133
Workbook D Musical-Rhythmic Activities147
Workbook E Visual-Spatial Activities161
Workbook F Interpersonal Activities175
Workbook G Verbal-Linguistic Activities189
Appendix IIIAnswer Guide203
References205
Index210
