ADHD for Dummies

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