Recommended Reading
For ADHD Books:
- The Canadian ADHD Bookstore: Find great resources on ADD, ADHD and parent management
- The ADHD Bookstore: Find great resources on ADD, ADHD and parent management, through amazon.com
Parent Management Books:
- 1-2-3 Magic: Effective Discipline for Children 2-12 By Dr. T. Phelan
An excellent resource for managing behaviourally disordered children. Dr. Phelan also has a great sense of humour which helps parents to listen to the important lessons he shares. - 1-2-3 Magic (DVD): Effective Discipline for Children 2-12 By Dr. T. Phelan
This DVD has the same information as the book, but by watching it on DVD, it may be easier for both parents to learn and implement. - Surviving Your Adolescents : How to Manage-and Let Go of-Your 13-18 Year Olds
By Dr. T. Phelan
Excellent advice and guidance on dealing with adolescents and their challenging behaviour.
Anxiety Disorders:
- Keys to Parenting Your Anxious Child
A great book by Dr. K. Manassis, from the Hospital for Sick Children in Toronto.
- Helping your Anxious Child
Another option to help your anxious child.
B ipolar Disorder:
- The Bipolar Child
A great book, written by Dr. Papolos and Mrs. Papolos. A true leading book on the topic of Bipolar in Children.
- Raising a Moody Child
A great book for parents to deal with the specific issues of raising a child with Bipolar or Depression.
Autism/ Asperger's Disorder:
- A Parent's Guide to Aspergers and High Functioning Autism
A resource for parents on how to understand Aspergers and High functioning Autism, as well as learning how to support your child
- A Mind Apart
A book by Dr. Peter Szatmari, of McMaster University in Hamilton. Another helpful book to understand the Autism Spectrum.
