Adhd in Adulthood: A Guide to Current Theory, Diagnosis, and Treatment

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Summary: It's a shame . . .
Review: . . . the publisher felt obliged to charge so much for this book, especially when other books written by experts in the field cost no more than a third this much. Gee, I wonder if that has something to do with its sales rank? I hope to see this one on the bargain tables before the state of the art information becomes dated.

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Summary: Book Review: the actual written information, not the price
Review: Although written for the professional community involved in diagnosing and treating ADD, I found the book to be just as accessible and helpful to the lay reader. The authors are very credible in delivering the information from an objective point of view. A number of topics are discussed in detail concerning assessment of ADD in adults, its coexistence (comorbidity) with other disorders, current drug and behavioral interventions, the effects of ADD within the family and community, and the impact of ADD on individuals throughout their lives. As it is an "academic" text, each chapter is thoroughly referenced (which I like, because then I get to analyze their info sources). I found the guide to stimulant medications helpful --it was the most information I've uncovered thus far (next to Mosby's Drug reference guides)--as this form of treatment particularly concerns me. I was also moved by the personal stories of people interviewed who have been dealing with ADD, as some of the stories really hit home. OKAY, the book is NOT CHEAP, most books published by academic presses (John Hopkins in this case) are not. The writing is pretty straight-forward, perhaps even somewhat "reserved", but it is not geared for the self-help, everybody's-gotta-publish-their-opinion market. You will not see this book endorsed on Oprah. Decide for yourself if this book fits your budget, but do try to get a peak at its content through your local community or college library. You might even luck out, like I did, and find a first-printing hiding in the back shelves at a local bookstore for a reduced rate.

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Summary: Too expensive!
Review: I agree, it looks like a helpful book but unfortunately I can't afford it