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	Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder http://www.intelihealth.com/IH/ihtIH?t=8306&p=~br,IHC|~st,333|~r,EMIHC000|~b,*|
	This is an excellent, comprehensive article about ADHD – how often it occurs, the symptoms, the causes, and the treatments. It provides parents with basic knowledge of the three types of Attention-Deficit Disorder, early indications parents might notice, a list of symptoms, and a discussion of parenting issues. It concludes with a brief list of the various types of treatment, including medications, cognitive-behavioral therapy, social skills training, and parent and family therapy.
	General Management Strategies for ADHD Kids at Home and at School http://www2.arkansas.net/%7Emom/pts2.html
	This list of specific strategies to use with children with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder may be very helpful to teachers and parents.
	Is ADHD Overdiagnosed? http://www.intelihealth.com/IH/ihtIH?t=8854&c=188601&p=~br,IHC|~st,8271|~r,EMIHC000|~b,*|&d=dmtICNNews
	This short article includes a series of questions and answers concerning ADHD: whether the condition is being overdiagnosed, the role of medication in treating children with ADHD, and what may happen if the condition is not diagnosed and treated.
	Ask the Doc: Mental Health Archives http://www.intelihealth.com/IH/ihtIH?t=8468&c=179134&p=~br,IHC|~st,408|~r,EMIHC000|~b,*|&d=dmtATD
	A parent asks whether there are medications other than ritalin which can be used to assist children with ADD. The doctor responds that there are other medications which can be used if ritalin fails, though he does mention some unpleasant side effects to those drugs. The answer concludes “When used appropriately--and in conjunction with other supportive therapies to boost a child's self esteem--Ritalin is a safe drug.”
	Teaching Children with Attention Deficit Disorder http://www.kidsource.com/kidsource/content2/add.html http://www.kidsource.com/kidsource/content2/add.html
	This article is addressed primarily to educators and provides sensible, useful suggestions about how to establish a proper learning environment, how to instruct and assign work to students with ADD. But it will also be extremely helpful to parents to understand their ADD child and help him/her be successful in school.
	Questions & Answers about Ritalin http://www.addmtc.com/first.html
	If your child has ADD/ADHD and is taking or considering taking ritalin, read through this article discussing the pros and cons of the drug and how if fares compared to tricyclic antidepressants. Dr. Gross warns of the largely unknown side effects of ritalin, why they are not publicized by doctors and the media, and how some antidepressants may be a more effective initial treatment of ADD/ADHD. It’s rare information that will help you make a more informed decision about your child’s prescription.
	Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder--Part 5 http://www.kidsource.com/NICHCY/ADD5.html
	If your child has AD/HD and has been denied special education services, this section of the NICHCY Briefing Paper on Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder informs a parent of the legal rights under IDEA that parents and students are entitled to. It tells you who to contact at the state level, what to specifically request, and what portions of the law apply. Also, NICHCY concludes with information about parent-support groups and several practical suggestions for developing a child’s self-esteem.
	Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder--Part 1 http://www.kidsource.com/NICHCY/ADD1.html
	This NICHCY Briefing Paper focuses on explaining what ADD/ADHD is (they’re the same thing with different names) and its diagnostic features. It clearly explains the three ADHD subtypes and common symptoms that parents can observe to determine whether a professional evaluation is necessary. Although the information is limited to defining ADHD, the subsequent parts of the paper will tell you more about ADHD and can be reached through a hyperlink at the end of it.
	General Information about ATTENTION-DEFICIT/HYPERACTIVITY DISORDER ATTENTION-DEFICIT/HYPERACTIVITY DISORDER http://www.nichcy.org/pubs/factshe/fs19txt.htm
	The National Information Center for Children and Youth with Disabilities compiled this clear and important information about AD/HD, including common symptoms of inattention, hyperactivity and impulsivity, diagnosis, and educational implications. This information will be most useful for parents of children recently diagnosed with AD/HD, parents interested in adapting their home to best suit their child’s special needs, and those searching for resources and organizations for more information.
	Legal Rights And Services For Children With ADD http://www.chadd.org/fact5.htm
	Federal law requires that children with ADD be provided a free and appropriate public education. This article summarizes the laws which apply to children with ADD; parents will find this information crucial as they try to obtain special education services for their ADD children through the public schools.
	Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder--Part 6 http://www.kidsource.com/NICHCY/ADD6.html
	If you are looking for more information than the National Information Center for Children and Youth with Disabilities provided in their five part Briefing Paper on AD/HD, here is an extensive list of reading, resources, and organizations for your reference. If you are looking for something in particular, NICHCY also lists many specific materials on behavior management, special education and for families.
	Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder--Part 4 http://www.kidsource.com/NICHCY/ADD4.html
	Part 4 of this NICHCY Paper on Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder addresses the need for special education and the structure of the classroom to meet the specific needs of AD/HD. Because this section focuses so heavily on school and teacher behaviors, it will help parents who are developing their children’s Individualized Education Program (IEP) by giving them insight into how the classroom might be structured.
	Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder--Part 3 http://www.kidsource.com/NICHCY/ADD3.html
	For the parent who already knows that their child has AD/HD, this paper will come in handy when trying to figure out how to treat the disability. The National Information Center for Children and Youth with Disabilities recommends “multi-modal management”, including understanding AD/HD, behavior management (i.e. behavior modification charts, discipline, time-outs), appropriate educational interventions and medication. These techniques are all explained in great deal and NICHCY includes specific steps for parents to take to succeed with each one.
	Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder--Part 2 http://www.kidsource.com/NICHCY/ADD2.html
	This NICHCY Briefing Paper goes into great detail about the signs of ADHD, specifically looking at the symptoms of inattention, hyperactivity and impulsivity. It briefly notes the biological causes of the disability and discusses at length how children of different ages—infant to school-age—can be professionally evaluated. Because the paper includes so many details, it runs long, but parents who are concerned about children who have not yet been diagnosed, this will help them figure out where to start.