Deborah Gordon

How to Help Students with Ad/hd Succeed--in School and in Life: a New, Positive Program That Helps Students with Attentional Disorders Survive and Thrive Deborah Gordon

Linda L. Ramer has worked with children with AD/HD, day in and day out, for over ten years. In this book, she explains why students, parents, and educators must all work together for children with AD/HD to succeed. Then she tells you how, using stories about her students to illustrate and explain. You will learn: The ABCs of AD/HD How AD/HD is recognized, diagnosed, and treated Different forms and coexisting conditions The Hidden Treasures (positive aspects) of AD/HDLindas program: goals and details Building self-esteem. What students learn about AD/HD. Empowerment. How students learn to control behavior and advocate with teachers for classroom accommodationswithout making excuses for their shortcomings. Academic success. How students learn study skills, organizational skills, time-management skills, and skills to structure their environment. Improving citizenship and social success. Especially for parents Working effectively with teachers Understanding your rights Providing structure to help children organize their time, space, and behavior Avoiding pitfalls and coping with problems Especially for teachers Gaining parents trust and working positively with them Handling academic and behavioral problems Nine common problem areas and accommodations that help children overcome themHow to start an AD/HD program in your own schoolwww. HelpforADHD.com