Identifying, assessing, and treating ADHD at school

Problem behaviors associated with attention deficits and hyperactivity often have a negative impact on the classroom, and, therefore, may compromise the learning environment for many, if not all, students. There is a critical need for school professionals to identify, assess, and treat students with ADHD. Thisvolume, designed as a practical, easy-to-use reference for school psychologists and other mental health and educational professionals: (1) Explains why school psychologists and their colleagues need to be prepared and able to identify and serve students with ADHD. (2) Identifies the prevalence, influences, andassociated conditions. (3) Provides a review of screening, referral, and diagnostic assessment processes. (4) Offers guidance on conducting psychoeducational assessments. (4) Reviews evidence-based treatments. (5) Offers practical guidance on setting up programs that address individual and classroom issues. Provides the most current guidance for school psychologists on working with the AD/HD student in the school setting Offers guidance on the legal issues generated by federal regulations that all schools must be prepared to address Is highly practical and applied in its orientation – gives readers direction that they can immediately follow in their school-based practice INDICE: Introduction and Overview.- Causes.- Prevalence and Associated Conditions.- Case Finding, Screening, and Referral.- Diagnostic Assessment.- Psycho-Educational Assessment.- Treatment.- Appendix.- References.

• ISBN: 978-1-4419-0500-0
• Editorial: Springer
• Encuadernacion: Cartoné
• Páginas: 300
• Fecha Publicación: 01/09/2009
• Nº Volúmenes: 1
• Idioma: Inglés