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ADHD in adolescents : development, assessment, and treatment

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"Bringing together leading authorities, this much-needed volume synthesizes current knowledge about the nature, impact, and treatment of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in the crucial developmental period of adolescence. Contributors explore the distinct challenges facing teens with ADHD as they navigate intensifying academic demands; new risks in the areas of driving, substance use, and romantic relationships; and co-occurring mental health problems. Best practices in clinical assessment are presented. Chapters on treatment--several of which include illustrative case examples--review interventions targeting motivation, executive functioning, and homework problems, as well as applications of cognitive-behavioral therapy and mindfulness. The book also examines medication issues specific to this age group"-- Provided by publisher.

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Title

ADHD in adolescents : development, assessment, and treatment

Call No

RJ506.H9 A33674 2019

Authors

Becker, Stephen P.
Barkley, Russell A

Subjects

Attention-deficit disorder in adolescence.
Attention-deficit disorder in adolescence--Diagnosis.
Attention-deficit disorder in adolescence--Treatment.

Language

English

Published

New York : The Guilford Press, [2020].

Publication Desc

xix, 426 pages : illustrations ;

ISBN

9781462541836

(hardcover)

LCCN

2019041782

Target Audience

Unknown or not specified

Dimensions

24 cm.

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"Bringing together leading authorities, this much-needed volume synthesizes current knowledge about the nature, impact, and treatment of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in the crucial developmental period of adolescence. Contributors explore the distinct challenges facing teens with ADHD as they navigate intensifying academic demands; new risks in the areas of driving, substance use, and romantic relationships; and co-occurring mental health problems. Best practices in clinical assessment are presented. Chapters on treatment--several of which include illustrative case examples--review interventions targeting motivation, executive functioning, and homework problems, as well as applications of cognitive-behavioral therapy and mindfulness. The book also examines medication issues specific to this age group"--
Provided by publisher.

Content Note

Toward a Developmental Psychopathology Approach for Understanding, Assessing, and Treating ADHD in Adolescents -- Developmental Course of ADHD across Adolescence and into Young Adulthood -- The Etiology of ADHD in Adolescents: Behavioral and Molecular Genetic Approaches -- Executive Functioning and Decision Making in Adolescents with ADHD -- Emotion Regulation in Adolescents with ADHD -- The Ripple Effect of Adolescent ADHD: Family Relationships -- Peer Functioning in Adolescents with ADHD -- Academic Functioning and Interventions for Adolescents with ADHD -- Psychiatric Co-Occurrence (Comorbidity) in Adolescents with ADHD -- Sleep Functioning in Adolescents with ADHD -- Substance Use in Adolescents with ADHD -- Driving in Adolescents with ADHD and the Road to Intervention -- Assessing and Diagnosing ADHD in Adolescents -- Motivational and Executive Functioning Considerations When Treating Adolescents with ADHD -- Addressing Homework Problems in Adolescents with ADHD -- Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy for Adolescents with ADHD -- Mindfulness Meditation Training for Adolescents with ADHD -- Medication for Adolescents with ADHD: From Efficacy and Effectiveness to Autonomy and Adherence.