This is not the Abby show

This is not the Abby show is a 320-page novel about a seventh grader with ADHD who feels out of place in suburban Florida. She longs for the lights of Hollywood, knowing that some day she will be a star. But Abby is what they call "twice exceptional," meaning that she is gifted in one area (math and science) and struggles in another (ADHD). While she excels in math and science, she is failing English and is seriously angry with her teacher. And forgetting to take her medication is probably not helping matters. 

Abby ends up having to go to summer school rather than the summer camp that she has anticipated for months and decides to exact revenge on her teacher. When that goes awry and she is caught, Abby is not only in trouble with her parents but in trouble with the law! She knows that her ADHD sometimes shows up in negative ways, but what she learns that summer is that her disability can sometimes become her strengths as well.

Interested? Email us at cedir@indiana.edu to check out this title or use worldcat.org to find it in a library near you.

What's New

A new month is upon us already, and with it, a new season. School has started, nights are beginning to cool, and soon there will be a crispness in the air. Grab the last few days of summer while you can!

But before we start bringing out all those fall decorations, let's first take a look back at the new items that came in to the library last month, from autism to behavior to transition.

Check out the entire list at:
https://www.iidc.indiana.edu/pages/whats-new

ADHD rating scale-5 for children and adolescents: Checklists, norms, and clinical interpretation

ADHD rating scale-5 for children and adolescents: Checklists, norms, and clinical interpretation is a 124-page guide for mental, educational, and medical practitioners to screen, diagnose, and evaluate treatment for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. Meant to determine the frequency and severity of ADHD symptoms in children ages 5-17, this assessment includes complete instructions for scoring and interpretation for both boys and girls separately.

The test offers parent questionnaires in both English and Spanish and cover behavior seen at home and teacher questionnaires cover classroom behavior. It is keyed to the DSM-5 diagnostic criteria for ADHD to offer the most up-to-date results, and photocopy permission is included for continual use without having to purchase additional forms. This new edition includes functional impairment items linked to each symptom dimension (inattention symptoms and hyperactive-impulsive symptoms) and full analysis of the revised scale's psychometric properties.

Want to check it out? Email us at cedir@indiana.edu or use worldcat.org to find it in a library near you.

1-2-3 a calmer me: Helping children cope when emotions get out of control

"1-2-3 A Calmer Me introduces readers to a simple rhyming mantra to help children slow down their immediate reactions and replace them with responses that are more comforting. Based on the psychological principles of relaxation and mindfulness, the mantra can be used anywhere, anytime. Includes a Note to Parents, Teachers, and Other Grown-Ups with more information about the steps of the 1-2-3 rhyme and advice for working on them together with your child." -publisher

Want to check it out? Email us at cedir@indiana.edu or use worldcat.org to find it in a library near you.

Learning to be kind and understand differences: Empathy skills for kids with ad/hd

"Learning to be kind and understand differences: Empathy skills for kids with ad/hd is a practical guide that aims to teach kids with AD/HD how to better get along with their peers, understand what they are feeling, and learn to recognize and talk about the feelings of other people. Includes interactive activities, a "Message to Readers," and "Resources for Parents, Teachers, and Counselors." -publisher

Interested? Email us at cedir@indiana.edu to check out this title or use worldcat.org to find it in a library near you.

What's New

It's hard to believe that January has already come and gone! February (and a leap one at that!) is here with its warmer weather and longer days. Did you hear that Punxsutawney Phil did NOT see his shadow? An early spring!

But before we get into that spring fever, let's first take a look back at the new titles that came in to the library last month. From attention deficit to transition, here is the list of newbies from January:

http://www.iidc.indiana.edu/pages/whats-new

Mindful parenting for ADHD: A guide to cultivating calm, reducing stress, & helping children thrive

Mindful parenting for ADHD: A guide to cultivating calm, reducing stress, & helping children thrive "addresses the various symptoms of ADHD using non-technical language and a user-friendly format. In addition, he offers guidelines to help you assess your child's strengths and weaknesses, create plans for building skills and managing specific challenges, lower stress levels for both yourself and your child, communicate effectively, and cultivate balance and harmony at home and at school." -publisher

Interested? Email us at cedir@indiana.edu to check out this title or use worldcat.org to find it in a library near you.

Mindful Parenting

According to an article on mindful.org, "one things [sic] we know about parenting is that while it can be incredibly rewarding at times, at other times it can be extremely challenging. Then you throw in a little attention deficit and hyperactivity with the kids or parents and life gets interesting."

The article is an interview with Dr. Mark Bertin, a board certified developmental pediatrician, who has written a recently published book entitled, Mindful Parenting for ADHD: A Guide to Cultivating Calm, Reducing Stress, and Helping Children Thrive. In the interview, Dr. Bertin, discusses "the unique challenges of parenting a child with ADHD, why we’re seeing more ADHD in our culture and a few specific techniques parents can take home with them today to help themselves and their kids."

To read the entire interview, please visit:
http://www.mindful.org/mindful-parenting-for-adhd-an-interview-with-dr-mark-bertin/

CeDIR has Dr. Bertin's book on order, and we'll let you know when it comes it!

The Survival Guide for School Success

The Survival Guide for School Success provides ten tools to improve executive functioning, described as “mental apps” that will appeal to digital natives. Featuring plenty of examples, practice assignments, and a playful tone, this book can provide an academic boost to any student.

Want to check it out? Email us at cedir@indiana.edu or use worldcat.org to find it in a library near you.

The survival guide for kids with ADHD

 In kid-friendly language and a format that welcomes reluctant and easily distracted readers, The survival guide for kids with ADHD helps kids know they’re not alone and offers practical strategies for taking care of oneself, modifying behavior, enjoying school, having fun, and dealing with doctors, counselors, and medication. Includes real-life scenarios, quizzes, and a special message for parents.

Interested? Email us at cedir@indiana.edu to check out this title or use worldcat.org to find it in a library near you.

Arnie and His School Tools: Simple Sensory Solutions to Build Success

Arnie and His School Tools: Simple Sensory Solutions to Build Success is an illustrated children's book about an exuberant little boy who had difficulty paying attention in class and doing his school work until he was equipped with the tools to accommodate his sensory needs. Written from Arnie's point of view, the book uses simple language to describe some of the sensory tools and strategies he uses at school and home to help him achieve a more optimal level of alertness and performance.

Want to check it out? Email us at cedir@indiana.edu or use worldcat.org to find it in a library near you.

The queen of distraction: How women with ADHD can conquer chaos, find focus, and get more done

The Queen of Distraction presents practical skills to help women with ADHD achieve focus and balance in all areas of life, whether it’s at home, at work, or in relationships. It delves into the feminine side of ADHD—the elements of this condition that are particular to women, such as: relationships, skin sensitivities, meal-planning, parenting, and dealing with out-of-control hormones. In addition, the book offers helpful tips and strategies to get your symptoms under control, and outlines a number of effective treatment options for you to pursue.

Interested? Email us at cedir@indiana.edu or use worldcat.org to find it in a library near you.

Journal of an ADHD kid: The good, the bad, and the useful

Journal of an ADHD kid provides information in a frank, upbeat, conversational manner and offers thought-provoking questions designed to help readers recognize how ADHD/ADD affects them and then come up with better ideas for handling difficult situations in their own lives.

From facts about an ADHD diagnosis to whether to tell friends and teachers, and from understanding both the good and bad aspects of ADHD to what can help with the disorder, there's plenty of solid information, emotional support, and tips for kids and teens. -book description

Want to check it out? Email us at cedir@indiana.edu or use worldcat.org to find it in a library near you.

Mobile App Monday - Hey, You! Get Up... Get Dressed... Get Going...

Do you have a child with ADHD who needs help getting up in the morning? The app Hey, You! Get Up... Get Dressed... Get Going... can help! Made for children ages 6-8, this fun app will get their bodies moving in the mornings with it's rhythmic music and catchy lyrics. It uses task delineation, multi-sensory techniques, and repetition with step-by-step directions that walk your child through the routine.

Want to learn more? Please visit:
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/hey-you!-get-up...-get-dressed.../id744551931?mt=8

New insight into ADHD

According to an article on NPR's Shots, scientists have gained new insights into the development of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. The article states,

"Past images of brain structures showed that the brains of people with ADHD mature later than those of people without the condition. Now researchers making use of data collected as part of something called the ADHD-200 Initiative (similar to the Human Connectome Project) have found that the growth of connections within and between key brain networks in children with ADHD lags behind what happens in other kids the same age."

Want to read the entire article? Please visit:
http://www.npr.org/blogs/health/2014/09/15/348652297/key-brain-connection-slow-to-develop-in-kids-with-adhd?

Kids in the syndrome mix of ADHD, LD, autism spectrum, Tourette's, anxiety and more!

Kids in the syndrome mix of ADHD, LD, autism spectrum, Tourette's, anxiety and more!: The one-stop guide for parents, teachers and other professionals is a completely updated and expanded new edition of a well-established text incorporating DSM-5 changes as well as other new developments. The all-in-one guide covers the whole range of often co-existing neuro-behavioral disorders in children - from attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), obsessive-compulsive disorder, and anxiety, to autism spectrum disorders, nonverbal learning disabilities, Tourette's, sensory integration problems, and executive dysfunction.

Want to check it out? Email us at cedir@indiana.edu or use worldcat.org to find it in a library near you.

Learning to feel good and stay cool: Emotional regulation tools for kids with AD/HD

Learning to Feel Good and Stay Cool offers practical tools to help kids with ADHD manage and reduce unwanted feelings and to develop daily habits that can help them feel good and function well. Illustrated with cartoons that will hold children's interest, the book is divided into sections that can be read in smaller portions. Also includes a note and resources for parents. -book description

Want to check it out? Email us at cedir@indiana.edu or use worldcat.org to find it in a library near you.

Organizational skills training for children with ADHD: An empirically supported treatment

Looking for help with kids with ADHD in grades 3 to 5 who lack organization skills? Organizational skills training for children with ADHD: An empirically supported treatment helps kids develop essential skill sets for organizing school materials, tracking assignments, and completing homework and other tasks successfully. Clinicians are provided with detailed session-by-session instructions and all of the tools needed to implement the program in collaboration with parents and teachers.

Want to check it out? Email us at cedir@indiana.edu or use worldcat.org to find it in a library near you.

Has your daughter been diagnosed with ADHD? Raising Girls with ADHD provides expert information about identification, treatment options, behavioral strategies, personal/social adjustment, educational impact, and many other issues from preschool through high school. From issues on socialization and peer acceptance, to executive functioning skills like memory and organization, and emotional well-being and self-confidence, this book covers it all with a goal of maximizing strengths and providing supports for weaknesses. -book description

Want to check it out? Email us at cedir@indiana.edu or use worldcat.org to find it in a library near you.

Parenting children with ADHD: 10 lessons that medicine cannot teach

Parenting children with ADHD: 10 lessons that medicine cannot teach offers insights into raising children who have, or might have, ADHD. Issues such as psychological treatment, diet, educational laws, and coping strategies for both parents and children are included in a conversational style that is engaging and straightforward.

Interested? Email us at cedir@indiana.edu to check out this title or use worldcat.org to find it in a library near you.