I have narrowed it down to three possible covers. I would really be indebted to you guys if you could email me or vote (in the comment section) to let me which one of the covers, #1, #2, or #3, you like the best and why. My email is tessmesser@gmail.com.
It has six sections and covers everything from the behavioral therapies to a section on new and emerging therapies. I ended up with 300 pages and almost 500 references. I have included the table of contents at the bottom of this post so you can get an idea of the scope of the book.
I will be offering the book free, as a promotion, through Kindle's Select Program. I will let you guys know when it goes live and the days that you can get the book for free.
Having a very poor sense of time, which regular readers of this blog will recognize as an ADHD symptom, a book that I thought would take me a few months, has taken me almost two years. I thought I was almost done many times....
Thanks for taking the time to give me your thoughts!!
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Table of Contents
Foreword
Introduction
Preface
Section I: ADHD Today
ADHD Diagnosis and Treatment
ADHD Symptoms
The Causes of ADHD
The Medical Evaluation of ADHD
Laboratory and Diagnostic Studies for ADHD
ADHD Sub-Types
Sluggish Cognitive Tempo
Amen Clinic ADHD Subtypes
The Future of ADHD Diagnosis
The Limitations of ADHD Treatment Medical Research
ADHD Drug Treatment
Prescription Drug ADHD Treatment
Introduction
The Stimulants
Stimulant Safety
Adderall and Ritalin are Different
Side Effects
Long Term Effects of Stimulants
Ethical Questions
Atomoxetine (Strattera)
Guanfacine
Antidepressants
ADHD Medication Combinations
Section I Conclusion
Section II: Lifestyle Interventions
Introduction
Exercise
Children and Adolescents
Adults
Cost:
Side Effects:
Study Doses that have Improved ADHD Symptoms
Inexpensive Alternatives:
Chapter Conclusion
Diet
ADHD Diet Recommendation Overview
Eating Food Instead of Supplements
Protein and Amino Acids
Fruit and Vegetable Consumption and ADHD
The Effects of Sugar on ADHD symptoms
The Effect of Food Coloring/Food Additives on ADHD symptoms
Elimination Diets and ADHD Symptoms
Costs:
Side Effects:
Study Doses that have Improved ADHD Symptoms
Affordable Alternatives
Sleep
Costs
Side Effects
Study Doses that have Improved ADHD Symptoms
Affordable Alternatives
Chapter Conclusion
Stress Control
Meditation and Mindfulness
Costs
Side Effects
Study Doses that have Improved ADHD Symptoms
Affordable Alternatives:
Chapter Conclusion
Section II Conclusion
Section III: Mind Tools: Therapies of the Brain and Mind
Introduction
Part 1: The Behavioral Therapies
Parent Training Program
Costs:
Side Effects:
Study Doses that Improved ADHD Symptoms
Inexpensive Alternatives:
Chapter Conclusion
ADHD Coaching
Costs
Side Effects
Inexpensive Alternatives:
Chapter Conclusion
Classroom Behavior Management
Costs
Side Effects
Inexpensive Alternatives
Chapter Conclusion
Social Skills Training
Costs
Side Effects
Inexpensive Alternatives:
Chapter Conclusion
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Costs
Side Effects
Inexpensive Alternatives
Chapter Conclusion
Part2-A: The Neurological Therapies
Introduction
Executive Function Training Programs
1. Staying Focused, Getting Organized and Following Through on Plans
2. Prioritizing, Planning Ahead and Managing Time Wisely
3. Staying in Control of Impulses and Emotions
Teaching Response Inhibition
Teaching Emotional Control
Teaching Flexibility
4. Comprehending the big picture, learning from mistakes, and solving problems resourcefully and independently.
Costs:
Side Effects
Affordable Alternatives
Chapter Conclusion
Working Memory Training
Costs
Side Effects
Affordable Alternatives:
Chapter Conclusion
NEUROFEEDBACK
Costs
Side Effects
Study Doses that Improved ADHD Symptoms
Affordable Alternatives:
Chapter Conclusion
Part 2-B: Training the Senses
Overview
Central Auditory Processing Training
Costs
Side Effects
Affordable Alternatives
Chapter Conclusion
Costs
Side Effects
Affordable Alternative
Chapter Conclusion
Visual Processing Training
Costs
Side Effects
Affordable Alternatives
Chapter Conclusion
Section III Conclusion
RDA
Tess,
ReplyDeleteCongratulations! What a wonderful achievement, which I'm sure will be a great help to lots of people.
I like cover #2. Since we ADHDers are not particularly linear thinkers, I like the circles better than the lines in cover #1, and I like the way the circles on #2 evoke "thought bubbles," which suggests something about how our ADHD brains are often flooded with lots and lots of (simultaneous and not very organized) thoughts.
I've been a grateful reader of your blog for ... I don't know how long, because I have a compromised sense of time, but my point is that I'm very much looking forward to reading this book!
With best wishes,
Cynthia
PS: I'll add that the first cover looks to me as though it's geared more to ADHD professionals than to lay readers/patients. But I'll be excited to read it no matter which cover you put on it.
ReplyDelete# 1 or #2 are my choices. BUT the headline might be too big to notice on #2...
ReplyDeleteThanks and good luck!
I like #2 best because it seems like a graphic representation of a wandering mind becoming focused.
ReplyDeleteI like book cover #2. It gets my attention, looks interesting and is creative.
ReplyDeleteDiana