Succeeding in College With Attention Deficit Disorders: Issues and Strategies for Students, Counselors and Educators

Bramer, Jennifer S., Ph.D.

ISBN 10: 1886941068 / ISBN 13: 9781886941069

Published by Brand: Specialty Press (FL), 1996

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Succeeding in College With Attention Deficit Disorders: Issues and Strategies for Students, Counselors and Educators
• Publisher: Brand: Specialty Press (FL)
• Publication Date: 1996
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1886941068
• ISBN 13: 9781886941069
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: new

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Synopsis

This book was written for college students, their counselors and educators. Based on the real life experiences of seven adults who were interviewed as part of a research study, this book offers a vivid picture of how college students with ADD can cope and find success in school. Readers will find information on the history, causes, and characteristics of ADD and methods of diagnosis and treatment.

Practical information focuses on what students with ADD can do to achieve success in college by appropriate school selection, using resources available on campus, communicating with instructors, and developing study strategies to improve academic performance. Counselors and educators will benefit by the many tips and strategies offered to help students with ADD reach their potential

About the Author

Jennifer S. Bramer, Ph.D. is a licensed professional counselor. Motivated by the experience of ADD in her family, Dr. Bramer completed her Michigan State University dissertation on ADD in college students. She has been a counselor/therapist in various settings; public schools, community college, industry, hospital, and private practice. Dr. Bramer has taught at the K-12, undergraduate, and graduate levels. Dr. Bramer specializes in adult ADD issues in private practice. She is past president of the Michigan Counseling Association