Attention-Deficit Disorder Archives -- New Files

add-gift.html

A talk by Dr. Hallowell on The Hidden Gift of ADD

addtest.txt

This is a screening examination for Adult ADD. It is not a diagnostic test. Scores over 70 are associated with a high probability of ADD. The diagnosis of ADD can only be made on the basis of a detailed history and mental status examination. High scores on this examination may result from anxiety, depression or mania. These conditions must be ruled out before a diagnosis of Adult ADD can be made.

advoc1.html

Here are some tips on successful advocacy. If you are the parent of a newly diagnosed child, or a child who has been diagnosed for a while but is first encountering difficulties in school, here are some pointers that may help you get started.

barkley.html

Notes from a seminar by Dr. Russell Barkley, one of the foremost researchers on ADD.

deb.txt

The transcript of an on-line "interview" with David deBronkart. Dave is a sysop of the ADD forum and is preparing a book about Thomas Edison. (ADD has been called the Edison Trait.)

edfund.html

An editorial by Thom Hartman, author of Attention Deficit Disorder: A Different Perception, on Why Do So Many Smart Children With ADD Fail In Our Public Schools?

exsum.txt

Executive Summaries of Research Synthesis and Promising Practices on the Education of Children With Attention Deficit Disorder, from the Chesapeake Institute.

forum.txt

Proceedings of the Forum on the Education of Children with Attention Deficit Disorder, Washington, D.C., January 27-29, 1993.

halwel.txt

This is the transcript of an on-line "interview" with Dr. Hallowell just after his book Driven to Distraction was released.

hyper.html

A short reply from Elna Hensley on Levels of Hyperactivity.

like.html

What's it Like to Have ADD? by Edward M. Hallowell, M.D. "What is it like to have ADD? What is the feel of the syndrome? This is a short talk that I often give to groups as an introduction to the subjective experience of ADD and what it is like to live with it..."

notes.html

Here is some info from the ADD Conference in Fremont, CA in April.

parable.html

A parable by Dave deBronkart trying to explain what it is like to be an ADDult in a non-ADD world.

pete.html

Information from an attorney who specializes in handling ADD-style cases on what material a parent needs, what the differences are between a 504 and IDEA, etc. Very good information!

pharmacy.html

Pharmocotherapy for ADHD in Adults. An interesting article on the different types of medication used for Adult ADHD by John J.Ratey, M.D., Edward M. Hallowell, M.D., & Catherine L. Leveroni, B.A.

rateylst.html

In the June issue of Wired, Evan I. Schwartz wrote an excellent article on ADD called "Interrupt-Driven", in which he lists 20 questions for determining the possibility of ADD, based on the clinical experience of Drs. Edward M. Hallowell and Dr. John J. Ratey.

rrpar.html

In a question-and-answer format, this single sheet outlines the rights of parents in the special education process, as provided by Public Law 94-142. Parent responsibilities are also noted, as well as the parent's role in developing the Individualized Education Program. A final section lists resources available to help parents.

swansn.txt

The Effects of Stimulant Medication on Children With Attention Deficit Disorder: A Review of Reviews By James M. Swanson, University of California-Irvine ADD Center, Irvine, California.

symptoms.html

The diagnosis of ADD both childhood and adult is a clinical diagnosis. There are no "tests" that have been shown to be reliable and valid for the diagnosis of this disorder. In the interviews conducted by Dr. Ivan Goldberg for the purose of diagnosing ADD the following are the behavioral manifestations he looks for.

teachman.html

A summary of information from the ChADD Educator's Manual, including information on how to order this. It is almost a mandatory resource for anyone with school-age children with ADD or ADHD.

transitn.html

Here is a transcription of the notes from our last CHADD meeting, which was about how to help children make the transition from the school year to summer. I found them interesting and full of good ideas.

Last Modified: Thursday, October 02, 1997 9:34:45 PM