Kids in the syndrome mix of ADHD, LD, Asperger\'s, Tourette\'s, bipolar, and more! : the one stop guide for parents, teachers, and other professionals / Martin L. Kutscher ; with contributions from Tony Attwood and Robert R. Wolff.

By:

Kutscher, Martin L

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Material type: Text

TextPublication details: London ; Philadelphia : Jessica Kingsley, 2007, c2005.Edition: Pbk. edDescription: 224 p. ; 24 cmISBN:

1843108119 (pbk.)
9781843108115 (pbk.)

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DDC classification:

618.9289 KUT

Contents:

Read this chapter! General principles of diagnosis -- Read this chapter! General principles of treatment -- Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder -- Learning disabilities and differences -- Autistic spectrum disorders : an overview -- Asperger\'s syndrome and its treatment -- Anxiety and obsessive-compulsive disorders -- Sensory integration dysfunction -- Tics and Tourette\'s -- Depression -- Bipolar depression -- Oppositional defiant disorder -- Central auditory processing disorders -- Medications -- Behavioral checklist -- Quick quiz on executive function -- Further reading : books and internet resources.

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Enhanced descriptions from Syndetics:

Kids in the Syndrome Mix is a concise, scientifically up-to-date, all-in-one guide to the whole range of often co-existing neuro-behavioral disorders in children-from attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), obsessive-compulsive disorder, and bipolar disorder, to autistic spectrum disorders, nonverbal learning disabilities, sensory integration problems, and executive dysfunction.

Dr. Kutscher provides accessible information on causes, symptoms, interactions with other conditions, and treatments. He presents effective behavioral strategies for responding to children who display traits of these disorders-whether at home, at school, or in other settings-along with case vignettes and practical tips.

The author's sympathetic yet upbeat approach and skillful explanations of the inner world of children in the syndrome mix make this an invaluable companion for parents, teachers, professionals, and anyone else who needs fast and to-the-point advice on children with special needs.

Includes bibliographical references (p. 209-217) and indexes.

Table of contents provided by Syndetics

Introduction (p. 11)
Why this book? (p. 11)
Who is this book for? (p. 12)
How to use this book (p. 13)
1 Read this Chapter! General Principles of Diagnosis (p. 15)
The "syndrome mix" (p. 15)
First signs (p. 17)
Formal evaluation (p. 20)
Summary (p. 22)
2 Read this Chapter! General Principles of Treatment (p. 23)
Adjusting your own mindset (p. 23)
Understanding the child's mindset (p. 27)
How to change the child's behavior (p. 29)
Quick quiz on angry behavior (p. 39)
3 Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (p. 41)
Defining ADHD (p. 41)
Real-life symptoms of ADHD and executive dysfunction (p. 45)
Neurological basis of ADHD (p. 50)
Treatment of ADHD and disorganization (p. 51)
"Will it all be okay?" (p. 59)
4 Learning Disabilities and Differences (p. 61)
Learning about learning disabilities (p. 61)
Supporting the child with learning disabilities and differences (p. 66)
Specific learning disabilities (p. 69)
5 Autistic Spectrum Disorders: An Overview (p. 85)
Skills involved in communication (p. 86)
Categories of communication disorders: sorting them out (p. 91)
6 Asperger's Syndrome and Its Treatment (p. 105)
Adjustment to being different (p. 105)
Making friends: motivation and encouragement (p. 109)
Managing emotions (p. 117)
Learning: abilities and styles (p. 120)
Special interests (p. 122)
Can the signs become less conspicuous? (p. 126)
7 Anxiety and Obsessive-Compulsive Disorders (p. 127)
Generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) (p. 127)
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) (p. 131)
Treatment (p. 131)
8 Sensory Integration Dysfunction (p. 135)
How the brain works (in four paragraphs) (p. 135)
What is sensory integration dysfunction? (p. 136)
Getting professional help (p. 140)
Treatment activities for home and school (p. 142)
9 Tics and Tourette's (p. 147)
Basic definitions (p. 147)
A complex problem (p. 148)
Treatment and accommodations (p. 151)
10 Depression (p. 155)
Defining depression and dysthymia (p. 155)
Treatment (p. 158)
11 Bipolar Depression (p. 161)
What is bipolar depression? (p. 162)
Treatment (p. 164)
12 Oppositional Defiant Disorder (p. 171)
What is oppositional defiant disorder? (p. 171)
Relationship with other disorders (p. 173)
Treatment (p. 174)
13 Central Auditory Processing Disorders (p. 178)
What is central auditory processing? (p. 178)
Diagnosing CAPD (p. 180)
Treatments at home and school (p. 184)
14 Medications (p. 189)
Medicating kids? What is this world coming to? (p. 189)
Medications for ADHD (p. 193)
Medications for depression (p. 197)
Medications for anxiety (p. 199)
Medications for OCD (p. 201)
Medications for bipolar depression (p. 201)
Medications for tic disorders (p. 203)
Appendix 1 Behavioral Checklist (p. 204)
Appendix 2 Quick Quiz on Executive Function (p. 206)
Appendix 3 Further Reading: Books and Internet Resources (p. 209)
References (p. 216)
About the Authors (p. 218)
Subject Index (p. 219)

Author notes provided by Syndetics

Martin L. Kutscher currently Assistant Clinical Professor of Pediatrics and Neurology at the New York Medical College
Tony Attwood is a practicing clinical psychologist specializing in the field of Asperger's syndrome
Robert R. Wolff is member of the Departments of Pediatrics and Neurology at the New York Medical College and has extensive experience with childhood neuro-behavior problems