1 1.ADD, ADHD, AD/HD…What’s the Difference?

1 2.Definitions & Descriptions of ADHD.

1 3.Risk Factors Associated with ADHD.

1 4.Behavioral Characteristics of ADHD.

1 5.ADHD and the "Executive Functions".

1 6.What We Do and Don’t Yet Know About ADHD.

1 7.ADHD and Co existing Conditions/Disorders.

1 8.What May be the Causes of ADHD.

1 9.ADHD "Look Alikes".

1 10.Girls with ADHD.

1 11.Making the Diagnosis: A Comprehensive Evaluation for ADHD.

1 12.Multimodal Treatment for ADHD.

1 13.Medication Treatment for ADHD.

1 14.Behavioral Treatment and Management of ADHD.

1 15.If a Child/Teen is Taking Medication: What Teachers and Parents Need to Know.

1 16.The Impact of ADHD on the Family.

1 17.The Impact of ADHD on School Success.

1 18.Critical Elements for School Success.

1 19.Positive Traits Common in Many Kids & Adults with ADHD.

SECTION 2: CHECKLISTS FOR PARENTS.

2 1.What Children & Teens with ADHD Need from Parents.

2 2.Positive and Effective Discipline.

2 3.Preventing Behavior Problems at Home.

2 4.Preventing Behavior Problems Outside of the Home.

2 5.Coping and Dealing with Your Child’s Challenging Behaviors.

2 6.Rewards and Positive Reinforcers for Home.

2 7.Following Directions & Increasing Compliance Tips for Parents.

2 8.Environmental Modifications at Home.

2 9.What Parents Can Do to Help with Organization.

2 10.What Parents Can Do to Help with Time Management.

2 11.Homework Tips for Parents.

2 12.Parenting Your Child with ADHD: Recommended Do’s and Don’ts.

2 13.Supports and Training Parents Need.

2 14.Building a Positive Relationship with the School.

2 15.Advocacy Tips for Parents.

2 16.Planning Ahead for Next School Year.

2 17.Pursuing an Evaluation for ADHD: Recommendations for Parents.

SECTION 3: CHECKLISTS FOR TEACHERS.

3 1.Proactive Classroom Management.

3 2.Preventing Behavior Problems During Transitions and "Challenging Times" of the School Day.

3 3.Tips for Giving Directions and Increasing Student Compliance.

3 4.Dealing with Impulsive, Hyperactive, and Other Challenging Behaviors at School.

3 5.Rewards and Positive Reinforcers for Schools.

3 6.Environmental Supports and Accommodations in the Classroom.

3 7.Getting and Focusing Students’ Attention.

3 8.Maintaining Students? Attention and Participation.

3 9.Keeping Students On Task During Seatwork.

3 10.Strategies for Inattentive, Distractible Students.

3 11.Communicating with Parents: Tips for Teachers.

3 12.Homework Tips for Teachers.

3 13.What Teachers Can Do to Help with Organization.

3 14.What Teachers Can Do to Help with Time Management.

3 15.Adaptations and Modifications of Assignments.

3 16.Adaptations and Modifications of Materials.

3 17.Testing Adaptations and Supports.

3 18.If You Suspect Your Student has ADHD.

SECTION 4: ACADEMIC STRATEGIES FOR HOME AND SCHOOL.

4 1.Common Reading Difficulties.

4 2.Reading Strategies and Interventions.

4 3.Math Difficulties Related to ADHD and/or LD.

4 4.Math Strategies and Interventions.

4 5.Why Writing is a Struggle.

4 6.Strategies to Help with Prewriting: Planning & Organizing.

4 7.Strategies for Composition & Written Expression.

4 8.Strategies for Revising and Editing.

4 9.Multisensory Spelling Strategies.

4 10.Improving Handwriting & Legibility of Written Work.

4 11.Strategies for Bypassing and Accommodating Writing Difficulties.

SECTION 5: OTHER IMPORTANT CHECKLISTS FOR PARENTS AND TEACHERS.

5 1.The Necessity of a Team Approach.

5 2.Memory Strategies and Accommodations.

5 3.Relaxation Strategies, Visualization, Exercise, & More.

5 4.ADHD & Social Skills Interventions .

5 5.ADHD in the Young Child.

5 6.ADHD in Adolescents.

5 7.Educational Rights for Students with ADHD.

5 8.Web Resources to Understand & Support Children with ADHD & Related Disorders.

5 9.Books and Other Resources by Sandra Rief.

Index.