Table of Contents
Introduction 1
Part 1: The ABCs of ADHD 5
Chapter 1: ADHD Basics 7
Chapter 2: Exploring the Causes of ADHD 15
Chapter 3: The Many Facets of ADHD 27
Part 2: Diagnosing ADHD 43
Chapter 4: Moving Forward with a Diagnosis 45
Chapter 5: Navigating the Evaluation Process 61
Chapter 6: Investigating Conditions with ADHD-like Symptoms 71
Part 3: Treating ADHD 85
Chapter 7: Choosing the Best Treatment Options for You 87
Chapter 8: Managing Medication 103
Chapter 9: Queuing Up Counseling, Coaching, and Training 115
Chapter 10: Managing Problem Behaviors 129
Chapter 11: Considering How Nutrition, Supplements, and Your Environment May Impact ADHD 141
Chapter 12: Examining Neuromodulation Therapies 161
Chapter 13: Getting a Handle on Rebalancing Therapies 177
Part 4: Living with ADHD 191
Chapter 14: Accentuating the Positive 193
Chapter 15: Creating Harmony at Home 203
Chapter 16: Creating Success at School 235
Chapter 17: Winning at Work 265
Part 5: The Part of Tens 285
Chapter 18: Ten (Plus) Tips to Organize Your Life 287
Chapter 19: Ten (or So) Ways to Improve Your Family Relationships 297
Chapter 20: Ten Resources for More Information and Ongoing Support 305
Appendix: Treatment Tracking Forms 311
Index 317