[ADHD and the Nature of Self-Control] [By: Barkley, Russell A.] [September, 2005]

by Russell A. Barkley

Renowned authority Russell Barkley provides a radical shift of perspective on ADHD. He argues that the disorder is not at root attentional, but rather a developmental problem of self-control. Offering new directions for thinking about and working with those with ADHD, this model has far-reaching implications for clinical practice. 397 pp. 8/97.

Genres: Adhd, Psychology, Nonfiction, Self Help

Paperback

First published August 1, 1997

About the author

Russell A. Barkley (born 1949) is a clinical psychologist who is a clinical professor of psychiatry at the Medical University of South Carolina and an author of books on ADHD. Involved in research since 1973 and a licensed psychologist since 1977, he is an expert on attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and has devoted much of his scientific career to studying ADHD and related problems in children. His research interests include childhood defiance.

Reviews

[Jennifer · Rating 4 out of 5]

Critical text for understanding ADHD as a clinician and it shed light on some of the rethinking of ADHD, according to DSM-V. Athough it was not specifically mentioned, Barkley was on on the task force for ADHD.

My major complaint was that the chapters that outlined his model were very dry, which is why it took so long for me to get through. Still, it was worth the read and I now feel much more knowledgeable about ADHD and the continuum of self-control as a trait for the general population. Anyone who deals with clients with ADHD definitely needs to read this.

[Jkboyco · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book was recmended by healthcare professionals shortly after it was published to help me to work with my children. I found ti very helpfull, I loaned it to a friend and regretfully never got it back.