"The book is easy to read and, in spite of its length at 320 pages, is well apportioned in its content and practical in its advice. Rich in anecdote and warm in understanding of the human experience of ADHD, this book should be a must for most parents....Dr. Barkley has produced a book that will be added to the list of practical, reasoned, well thought out and helpful resources for parents who are looking for it all in one place."--"The Canadian Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Review"
"Of the many recent books available on this topic, this one seems the most comprehensive, up-to-date, authoritative, and readable. Although aimed at parents, it would be an excellent addition to the libraries of teachers, psychologists, pediatricians, and family physicians--anyone who works with children with ADHD."--"Nursing Administration Quarterly"
"Accessible, scientifically based....As a starting point for parents, or for smaller libraries that can only afford one title, Barkley''s book is the first choice; it offers details about finding the right kind of specialists, putting together a disciplinary program, coping with adolescents, and building positive relationships with school personnel."--"Library Journal"
"I...warmly recommend it to selected parents, and also to professionals learning about how ADHD should be managed."--"Clinical Child Psychology and Psychiatry"
.,."an excellent resource for parents, clinicians, and teachers....The text is written in an informative yet informal style, which almost gives readers the impression that they are having a personal conversation with the author....The true value of the book lies in the author''s ability to combine current theoreticalperspectives with the most recent and relevant research findings into a text that functions both as a contemporary review for professionals and a practical guide for parents."--"Child Psychology, Psychiatry"
"Barkley is addressing two quite different audiences--parents and professionals--and he does it very well. Parents can return to the book as they reach different points on their learning curve. And practitioners will find this book stimulating and at times challenging....The book could well serve as the text for a series of parent education sessions led by a school psychologist."--"NASP Communique"
" Russell Barkley, considered one of the leading authorities on attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), provides a clear and well-written guide that encourages, exhorts, and inspires parents. This book features pioneering research that provides new insight into preventing ADHD from becoming a major obstacle in a child''s (and parent''s) life. Numerous techniques are offered for enhancing a child''s school performance. ...Provides an excellent foundation for parent training and teacher inservice presentations. Parents will appreciate having this book on hand, and teachers will want a copy to show parents who are ready for a resource."--"Intervention in School and Clinic"
"The majority of the book deals with the areas where parents do have the opportunity to make choices and have and impact on their children''s functioning....This material is specific, practical, widely applicable, and supported by both clinical and research experience. From the pediatric therapist''s perspective, this book has a great deal to offer....an outstanding achievement. Its authoritative andcomplete contents, combined with a very reasonable price for the trade paperback, make it a highly worthwhile addition to the library of any child-oriented professional." --"Physical and Occupational Therapy In Pediatrics"
.,."a very readable and yet comprehensive volume that actually does provide an overview of this important subject in language readily understood by a parent or older teenage patient...it addresses the common questions and concerns of puzzled parents. It presents its information in a generally positive and supportive style which parents will appreciate... Its overall theme is positive and hopeful and will be welcomed by many families." --"Journal of the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry"
"A solid resource guide for parents...." --"Contemporary Psychology"
"An excellent and readable book that will empower parents of children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)....Barkley provides a program for managing the behavior of a child with ADHD and a system for problem-solving." --"NAMI Advocate"
"It is refreshing to find a text grounded in empirical support and data to assist parents who have such a child....A superb text for parents and others who live daily with children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder...." --"Corrective and Social Psychiatry and Journal of Behavior Technology Methods and Therapy"
"''Oh no, not another ADHD book'' was my initial reaction to reviewing "Taking Charge of ADHD,.".I was wrong. This is not just another book. This is a great book...You must read this book if you don''t read any other this year...This book, although aimed at parents, has something for everyone involved with ADHD kids: teachers, psychologists, doctors, and family. I am not going to lend this book to parents (although I will show it to them) because they need to buy it so they have it on hand to read and reread."--"Pediatric News"
"Although the book is targeted at the parents of ADHD children, it will serve as a useful resource for teachers and others involved in the care and education of these children....This book is unique in its up-to-date and clear presentation of the scientific underpinnings of the disorder and the pragmatic, empirically based approach to intervention that it encourages. It is also very well organized and readable; it is probably the best available resource of this type."--"Doody''s Health Sciences Book Review"
"While many parents will find the information included invaluable in helping them to make decisions about the care of their children, practitioners will also find the book extremely useful as an up-to-date summary of ADHD research....This book should head the list of recommended readings for parents and others interested in ADHD."--"The Advancing Practice"
"I certainly plan to recommend this book to parents and grandparents of children with ADHD whom I see in my practice. The book is generally easy to read... The book has a tone of optimism throughout. It empowers parents to take charge of the life of their child with ADHD rather than feel constantly distressed and overwhelmed by the special needs of these unique children." --"Canadian Medical Association Journal"
"The text is well written and readable. Although it provides research information, the text does not become bogged down with statistics. Technical language is kept to a minimum, and when it is used, it is explained. The book does a commendable job of providing parents with the latest information and practical guidance regarding ADHD." --"Physical Therapy "