Different Thinkers: ADHD: Volume 1 - Paperback

by Katia Fredriksen (Author), Yael Rothman (Author), Jennifer Ball-Cordero (Illustrator)

A child-friendly guide that strips away the stigmas, myths, and misconceptions associated with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).

Different Thinkers: ADHD uses simple language and complementary illustrations to explain how the human brain develops, what it means to have ADHD, how the condition affects emotions and behaviors, and what kids can do to handle its challenges while building on their individual strengths.

Written for elementary-age children and their families, the book features three vignettes of children with an ADHD diagnosis. Each vignette highlights various symptoms of the disorder and the different ways those symptoms can shape a child's behaviors and relationships at home and in school. In addition, a range of practical strategies for managing symptoms related to ADHD are explained.

Thought-provoking prompts are included throughout the text to help young readers better understand their diagnosis, explore what it means to be a different thinker, and ease any insecurities, fears, or negative feelings they might have.

Different Thinkers: ADHD is an empowering read that gives young children the information and facts they need to understand their own ADHD diagnosis, deal with its challenges, and realize their strengths, interests, and abilities are what define them, not ADHD.

This is the first title in the Different Thinkers series for kids, written to help them understand their brains and the challenges and strengths that come with being a different thinker.

Author Biography

Dr. Katia Fredriksen is a pediatric neuropsychologist. Trained at Princeton University and the University of Massachusetts Boston, she evaluates youth, from kindergarteners to college students, who struggle with attention, learning, and executive and/or socioemotional functioning. She has been published in several peer-reviewed journals and has presented at national and international conferences.

Dr. Yael Rothman specializes in comprehensive evaluations for children, adolescents, and young adults with a wide range of conditions that impact learning, behavior, and/or socioemotional functioning. In addition to her clinical work, Dr. Rothman has presented at national and international conferences, published over a dozen articles in peer-reviewed journals, and given lectures to parents and educators.

Drs. Fredriksen and Rothman disseminate practical, evidence-based information for parents and professionals on their Instagram account @neuropsychmomdocs.