Overview
Everyone who works with children should read this book. The must-read summary of ADHD Nation: Children, Doctors, Big Pharma, and the Making of an American Epidemic, by Alan Schwarz. Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a biological disorder of the brain that can be treated with medications when appropriate. In the 1980s, only 3 percent of American children were diagnosed with ADHD. But now that number is 15 percent-three times what the experts have said is appropriate. Meanwhile, the prevalence of ADHD in other countries such as France, Finland, and Japan, has remained low at below 1 percent. This means that millions of American kids, some as young as three years old, are misdiagnosed and taking powerful stimulant medications like Adderall and Ritalin for a psychiatric condition they probably do not have. This complete summary of Alan Schwarz's book reveals the powerful forces fueling its widespread diagnosis and drug treatment through the experiences of three people. One is the father of ADHD and its medications, who now regrets its current misuse. The second is a 7-year-old girl who was misdiagnosed with ADHD. The third is a 14-year-old boy who faked symptoms to get the drug. Both kids spent ten years suffering the consequences of using the medication. Read this summary if you are a parent, professional or individual who is dealing with the diagnosis and treatment of ADHD. This guide includes: * Book Summary-helps you understand the key concepts. * Online Videos-covers the concepts in more depth. Value-added from this guide: * Save time * Understand key concepts * Expand your knowledge Tags: attention deficit; inattention; adhd; a.d.h.d; attention deficit hyperactivity disorder; hyperkinetic; adderall; ritalin; stimulants; performance; pharmaceutic companies; dopamine
Full Product Details
Author: Lee Tang
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Imprint: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Volume: 8
Dimensions:
Width: 15.20cm
, Height: 0.50cm
, Length: 22.90cm
Weight: 0.127kg
ISBN: 9781545085233
ISBN 10: 1545085234
Pages: 88
Publication Date: 05 April 2017
Audience:
General/trade
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General
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active
Availability: Available To Order
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Author Information
Lee Tang is a retired executive of a major global insurance company. Prior to his retirement, he has worked as an actuary, a risk officer and a chief financial officer for several major insurance organizations in the United States, Canada, and Taiwan. To learn more about Lee and his work, visit his website and blog at https: //lmtpress.wordpress.com. You can reach him by email at leetang888@gmail.com
