These symptoms may indicate ADHD or Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder. An attention disorder can affect all areas of a child’s life, producing feelings of failure, difficulty in learning, inability to make and keep friends, and stressful relationships with family members.

This updated and expanded edition of The Hyperactive Child, which has sold more than 50,000 copies since it was first published in 1992, will help you to:

• Identify the symptoms and causes of hyperactivity (ADHD)
• Find caring professionals who can offer effective treatment
• Evaluate the pros and cons of medication for ADHD
• Improve the way you deal with your child at home
• Devise appropriate educational strategies at school and home
• Discover sound spiritual guidance for the problem

Although there is no known cure for ADHD, if you follow Dr. Martin’s practical, spiritual, and professional advice, you can help your child achieve the full potential God intends.

Dr. Grant Martin is a licensed psychologist at Heritage Counseling Associates in Edmonds, Washington, where he specializes in the special needs of children as well as marriage and family therapy. With more than 30 years experience as a school psychologist, university researcher, and clinical professor, he has written books published by Chariot Victor, Word, and Focus on the Family.