Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) - Other Places To Get Help

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Other Places To Get Help

Books

ADHD: A Complete and Authoritative Guide
Author/Editor: M.I. Reiff, MD, Editor-in-Chief, with S. Tippins
Publisher: American Academy of Pediatrics
Publication Date: October 2003

This child care guide is based on evidence-based clinical practice guidelines for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). It offers parents information to help them understand and manage this challenging and often misunderstood condition. Up-to-date information is provided on evaluation and diagnosis, coexisting conditions, behavior therapy, ADHD and academics, and the role of medications. The guide can be ordered from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) online bookstore at http://www.aap.org/bookstorepubs.html.


Making the System Work for Your Child With ADHD
Author/Editor: P.S. Jensen
Publisher: Guilford Press
Publication Date: 2004

This book is written for parents who have a child with ADHD. It helps parents learn how to get professional assistance for their child through the health care, educational, and community systems.


Online Resource

AdhdNews.com
AdhdNews.com
Web Address: http://www.adhdnews.com/

AdhdNews.com is an online support group for children and adults with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and their parents. The Web site includes resources, articles, and a message board.


Organizations

Attention Deficit Disorder Association (ADDA)
P.O. Box 543
Pottstown, PA 19464
Phone: (484) 945-2101
Fax: (610) 970-7520
E-mail: mail@add.org
Web Address: http://www.add.org/

The Attention Deficit Disorder Association (ADDA) provides a wide variety of information about attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Basic facts, special links for children and teens, family issues, books, and other resources are examples of the many issues addressed on the Web site. In addition, there are links and suggestions for finding local support organizations.


Children and Adults with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (CHADD)
8181 Professional Place
Suite 150
Landover, MD 20785
Phone: 1-800-233-4050
Fax: (301) 306-7070
E-mail: national@chadd.org
Web Address: http://www.chadd.org/

Children and Adults with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (CHADD) works to improve the lives of people affected by ADHD by providing education, advocacy, and support. The organization publishes scientific, evidence-based materials on research advances, medications, and treatments affecting individuals with ADHD, and its Web site provides general information and support group leads.


Last Updated: 05/31/2006

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