Rethinking ADHD-
Dr. Ruth Neves
& Associates
Rethinking ADHD was written by an Australian team of therapists
and researchers and explores the thought of the social dynamics behind ADHD, the overmedication of children, what is needed
to help children overcome the problem of attention deficit and what has happened in the field of mental health in recent years
with respects to children, especially in relation to England and Australia. It is probably one of the most insightful books
into the causes of ADHD, and the social issues that are part of the driving force of ADHD. It leans towards that view, that
is the lack of social structure and family life that is causing many children to have attentional problems and that reliance
or overeliance on medication for children with ADHD is not the wisest course. Of all the books written on ADHD, this is one of the best, for a parent or educator.
The two books that one might consider on this subject are Dr. Neves and Associates,
Dr. Susan Ashley’s book on the subject and for clinicians and researchers, Dr. Niggs book, What Causes ADHD,
more of a good reference work. Dr. Ashley’s book gives good guidance for parents in the US especially. But if someone
is interested in doing research for themselves and children, Rethinking ADHD is
a must.
The ADD & ADHD Answer Book:
The Top 275
Questions Parents Ask
By Susan Ashley
Dr. Ashley is a psychologist
in California who works with children in her practice. She founded a children’s center there for that purpose and has
many years of experience. Her book on ADHD is also one of the better researched, supported and thorough books on the subject.
It is recommended. She discusses what can be done practically for children, what can be accomplished within the school system.
How the system works as far as special education goes, as well as realistically giving the benefits verses risks of medication
for children with ADHD.
She takes the view that many psychologists who have written on the subject have taken, that it would seem as if there is an over-reliance on medications, that there are complications and that there is much that can be done with the exception of medication in most cases. (although not giving a blanket ban on medication in every situation.) It is in the top 3 or 4 books that have been written on the subject for parents. If your child has ADHD, you should buy this book and read it, keep it as a reference, or even share it with your doctor.
