attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder

"Twelve-year-old Clea wants to do her homework, follow instructions, pay attention in school, and play chess on the school team, but somehow she cannot focus on whatever is in front of her, and the other kids at school are starting to notice and make fun of her; when her worried parents take her to be tested she finds out that she has ADHD (only without the hyperactivity)--and with help from the psychiatrist who seems to really understand her she is determined to learn how to focus"--Provided by publisher.

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, or ADHD, is one of the most common neurodevelopmental disorders diagnosed in children. This informative volume makes for an invaluable resource for anyone interested in understanding ADHD, whether they have been diagnosed with it, know someone who has it, or are just interested in learning more about the condition. Personal accounts and vibrant photographs help readers develop a deeper understanding, while accessible text and fact boxes help clarify complicated concepts and ideas.

Seventh-grader Frankie, who has various sensory disorders, is determined to find her missing best friend, Colette, before it is too late.

"Ria Williams was an elite diver on track for the Olympics. As someone who struggled in school, largely due to her ADHD, diving was the one place Ria could shine. But while her parents were focused on the trophies, no one noticed how Coach Benny's strict rules and punishments controlled every aspect of Ria's life. The harder he was on her, the sharper her focus. The bigger the bruise, the better the dive. Until a freak accident at a meet changes everything. Just like that, Ria is handed back her life, free of Benny. To fill her now empty and aimless days, Ria rekindles a friendship with Cotton, a guy she used to know back in elementary school. With Cotton, she's able to open up about what Benny would do to her, and through Cotton's eyes, Ria is able to see it for what it was: abuse. Then Benny returns, offering Ria a second chance with a life-changing diving opportunity. But it's not hers alone--Benny's coaching comes with it. The thought of being back under his control seems impossible to bear, but so does walking away. How do you separate the impossible from possible when the one thing you love is so tangled up in the thing you fear most?"--Provided by the publisher.

"Kat and Meg couldn't be more different. Kat's anxiety makes it hard for her to talk to people. Meg hates being alone, but her ADHD keeps pushing people away. But when the two girls are thrown together for a year-long science project, they discover they do have one thing in common: They're both obsessed with the same online gaming star and his hilarious videos."--Provided by publisher.

"Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder--commonly known as ADHD--is a relatively common disorder, but many misconceptions about it still exist. Readers discover the truth about ADHD as they explore this fact-filled guide. Information about causes, symptoms, and treatment is presented in a way that simplifies medical jargon, and sidebars, diagrams, and graphic organizers further explain science concepts. Along with . . . full-color photographs, these . . . elements work together to help readers better understand ADHD, which is crucial for readers living with this disorder. This knowledge also helps readers support family members or friends with ADHD"--Provided by publisher.

Rhyming text describes how difficult life can be for a child with Attention deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder and how parents, teachers, and doctors can help.

After going on a quest across Los Angeles together, Quentin, Vic, Nevaeh, and Mara, four very different foster children, realize that they have become a family.

Sixth-grader Emilia Torres struggles with ADHD, her controlling abuela, her mother's work commitments, her father's distance after returning from deployment, evolving friendships, and a conflict over school redistricting.

Fish hates the way his ADHD medicine makes him feel, so he stops taking it, and when his crush needs a boost to study, he offers her one of the pills and soon finds himself in over his head when he becomes a supplier for other students.