Learning to Slow Down and Pay Attention, 3rd Edition - by Kathleen G Nadeau & Ellen B Dixon (Paperback)

About the Book

This updated edition of this kid-centered book on ADHD written from the child's point of view includes easy-to-read text, fun cartoons, and activities, as well as loads of self-help tips for coping with friends, family. and schoolwork, getting organized, getting disciplined, and getting things done. Illustrations.

Book Synopsis

Packed with practical tips, know-how, and fun, this friendly workbook just for kids has solutions for every situation--at home, at school, and with friends.

It includes advice for getting homework done, making friends, remembering stuff, dealing with feelings, getting ready in the morning, learning to relax, staying focused, asking for help, and much, much more!

Now in its third edition--updated and expanded, with notes and resources for parents.

Review Quotes

"This ADHD workbook, written in an entertaining style that kids will love, addresses issues that will hit home -- such as making friends, doing homework, and staying focused. Psychologists Kathleen Nadeau and Ellen Dixon provide checklists to help young readers identify the problems they'd like to solve, and include plenty of activity pages to support the process of positive change."--ADDitude Mahazine

"As much as I liked the first edition of Learning to Slow Down and Pay Attention, I am even more enthusiastic about this new, expanded edition. The book is positive and upbeat in tone...written in a straightforward style that young people can understand."--Barbara D. Ingersoll, PhD, Montgomery Child & Family Health Services, Maryland, on the second edition

"A very practical and useful tool."--Harvey Parker, PhD, Nationally Recognized ADD Specialist, on the first edition

About the Author

Kathleen G. Nadeau, PhD, is a clinical psychologist who has specialized in working with kids and adults with AD/HD for many years. She is the founder and director of the Chesapeake ADHD Center in Silver Spring, MD, and the author of many books on AD/HD for kids, teens, adults, and professionals.

Dr. Ellen Dixon is a licensed clinical psychologist who has long specialized in the differential diagnosis and treatment of attention disorders and related neuropsychological conditions. Dr. Dixon practices in the Great Bridge area of Chesapeake, Virginia.

Charles Beyl creates humorous illustrations for books, magazines, and newspapers in his suburban Texas ranch house. Visit him at www.charlesbeyl.com and follow him on Instagram: @ChuckBeyl