ADHD in Adulthood : A Guide to Current Theory, Diagnosis, and Treatment
Weiss, Gabrielle, Weiss, Margaret, Trokenberg Hechtman, Lily
ISBN 10: 0801861411 ISBN 13: 9780801861413
Published by Johns Hopkins University Press, 1999
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How does ADHD manifest itself in adult life? In general, the authors write, hyperactivity tends to diminish with age, impulsivity changes quality, and attention problems remain the same although they may become more disabling as organizational demands increase. The authors carefully answer the questions often posed by professionals and patients about these symptoms and other issues. They describe the diagnostic interview and the use of rating scales and include examples of the scales. They also provide a well-balanced review of associated psychiatric conditions, such as mood and anxiety disorders, Tourette's syndrome, oppositional and conduct problems, and substance abuse. Descriptions of all the primary approaches to treatment―medication, psychological therapies, and environmental restructuring―include vivid case examples.
About the Authors:
Margaret Weiss, M.D., Ph.D., is the director of research for the Division of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at the Children's and Women's Health Centre in British Columbia.
Lily Trokenberg Hechtman, M.D.C.M., is a professor of psychiatry and pediatrics and director of research for the Division of Child Psychiatry at McGill University.
Gabrielle Weiss, M.D.C.M., is a professor of psychiatry and a staff psychiatrist at the Children's and Women's Health Centre in British Columbia.
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Title: ADHD in Adulthood : A Guide to Current ...
Publisher: Johns Hopkins University Press
Publication Date: 1999
Binding: Hardcover
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Hardcover. Condition: new. Hardcover. A discussion of ADHD (attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder) in adulthood. Leading authorities on the disorder provide family physicians, psychiatrists, psychologists, and other health care professionals with a practical approach for diagnosing and treating ADHD in their adult patients. The book begins with an account of how ADHD manifests itself in adult life. In general, hyperactivity tends to diminish with age, impulsivity changes quality, and attention problems remain the same but become more disabling as organizational demands increase. The authors then answer typical questions posed by professionals and adults with ADHD. They describe the diagnostic overview and the use of rating scales, including the DSM-IV's diagnostic criteria for attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder. Because ADHD is often associated with other psychiatric disorders, including depression, bipolar disease, anxiety disorders and substance abuse, the authors also discuss co-existing disorders. The three approaches to treatment - medication, psychological therapies, and environmental restructuring at home - are thoroughly covered.Because ADHD is both an adult and a paediatric disorder and is frequently found in more than one family member, the authors also discuss ADHD's impact on the family and include the story of one family in which the mother and oldest son both have attention disorders. The text ends with speculations on directions the field may take and suggestions for future research. Descriptions of all the primary approaches to treatment-medication, psychological therapies, and environmental restructuring-include vivid case examples. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. Seller Inventory # 9780801861413
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Johns Hopkins University Press, Baltimore, MD, 1999
ISBN 10: 0801861411
ISBN 13: 9780801861413
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Hardcover. Condition: new. Hardcover. A discussion of ADHD (attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder) in adulthood. Leading authorities on the disorder provide family physicians, psychiatrists, psychologists, and other health care professionals with a practical approach for diagnosing and treating ADHD in their adult patients. The book begins with an account of how ADHD manifests itself in adult life. In general, hyperactivity tends to diminish with age, impulsivity changes quality, and attention problems remain the same but become more disabling as organizational demands increase. The authors then answer typical questions posed by professionals and adults with ADHD. They describe the diagnostic overview and the use of rating scales, including the DSM-IV's diagnostic criteria for attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder. Because ADHD is often associated with other psychiatric disorders, including depression, bipolar disease, anxiety disorders and substance abuse, the authors also discuss co-existing disorders. The three approaches to treatment - medication, psychological therapies, and environmental restructuring at home - are thoroughly covered.Because ADHD is both an adult and a paediatric disorder and is frequently found in more than one family member, the authors also discuss ADHD's impact on the family and include the story of one family in which the mother and oldest son both have attention disorders. The text ends with speculations on directions the field may take and suggestions for future research. Descriptions of all the primary approaches to treatment-medication, psychological therapies, and environmental restructuring-include vivid case examples. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability. Seller Inventory # 9780801861413
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