The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Adult ADHD Review & Giveaway

With more than 450 titles in The Complete Idiot’s Guide series, a new addition has arrived: The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Adult ADHD.

Here is a look at The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Adult ADHD’s Introduction.

“Approximately 4.5% of adults worldwide have Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), according to the World Health Organization (WHO). That means millions of adults struggle daily with losing their keys, wallets, or important papers. They consistently forget important meetings and events, or picking up their children from school. They also miss over three weeks of work productivity each year due to symptoms of ADHD and may have problems getting along with co-workers.

Treatment has been found to be effective in reducing impulsiveness and increasing focus for most adults; however, the majority of adults either don’t know they have ADHD or have not sought medical treatment for it. That means their spouses, family members, friends, co-workers, and bosses don’t know either. They don’t understand why an anniversary dinner would be forgotten, why there is consistent tardiness, or why each day must start with 15 minutes of looking for car keys. This book offers those with ADHD as well as the millions of people associated with them, an explanation of why certain behaviors continue to happen.

For those recently diagnosed with ADHD, this book can answer many of the questions you must have. For those who are previously diagnosed, maybe years ago, this book offers many tips and suggestions for coping with symptoms on a daily basis.

Friends, relatives, and co-workers may also benefit from this book. Although we understand ADHD is not an excuse for unacceptable behavior, it can be an explanation. Helping those you interact with understand your ADHD may help to improve your relationships. We hope this book will provide answers to questions, new information, and a resource guide to living with ADHD.”

The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Adult ADHD provides a thorough examination into a misunderstood condition.

Though it’s traditionally thought of as a childhood disorder, a growing body of research is bringing awareness to the fact that ADHD often continues into adulthood, though its symptoms often take on a different form and make the disorder more difficult to diagnose.  The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Adult ADHD features:

• Covers what ADHD looks like in adults, how symptoms can vary greatly from one person to the next, and how it often gets misdiagnosed
• Includes information on related conditions that often coexist with adult ADHD, including depression and anxiety
• Discusses various treatment options-pharmaceutical, behavioral, lifestyle, and alternative approaches

This book is organized in six parts:

There are four Extras in this book.

• Lowdown:  These sidebars help provide helpful tips and suggestions.
• Definition:  These provide explanations for some of the medical terminology often used with ADHD.
• Think it Over:  Managing ADHD may have issues and warnings you should be aware of.  This sidebar calls attention to an important area of concern.
• Scoop:  This sidebar points out some interesting facts to help you better understand ADHD.

I’m impressed by Appendixes A and B. Appendix A is the Common Acronyms and Glossary; and Appendix B is Resources.  These are very useful in delving deeper into understanding ADHD better.

Donald Haupt, MD, is a Board Certified Psychiatrist in private practice in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania, who has treated adults with ADHD for over 15 years.  He is the Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychiatry at Drexel University College of Medicine, and has published articles about adult ADHD and other topics in psychiatric journals.  He was diagnosed with ADHD over 15 years ago.

Eileen Bailey is a freelance writer and community leader for websites relating to mental illness and learning disabilities, specializing in writing about treatment and behavioral strategies for ADHD.  She began her quest for information on ADHD 14years ago when her son, then age 10, was diagnosed.  At the time, Eileen had little knowledge of this condition, other than what she had seen on television; however, reading about the disorder helped Eileen to understand and help her son through school. Eileen currently is the lead writer for ADHDCentral.com.

The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Adult ADHD is $16.95.  Also, click on this link to find a select group of books being offered for 30% off through October 31st.

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The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Adult ADHD is open to US and Canada.

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