obsessive-compulsive disorder in children

"A young girl notices and wonders about the ways she and her classmates approach doing good work, caring about people's feelings, and showing they're grateful. She comes to accept herself just as she is and celebrates the differences between herself and her classmates"--Provided by publisher.

"A memoir of living with OCD before and after diagnosis"--Provided by publisher.

"Rose is a stuffed bunny who loves the little boy she lives with and all the fun they have together. They play in the park, paint pictures, and read stories. Everything is perfect, until she discovers a loose thread dangling from her arm. Rose tries to ignore the little string, but it is no use. No matter how hard she tries, Rose can't stop pulling at it. Before long, the thread is all she can think about. Slowly, her arm unravels, its stuffing falls out, and Rose can no longer do the things she loves doing. Can Rose find a way to forget about the little loose thread? The story offers a great way for parents and teachers to talk to children about what happens when impulsive and obsessive thoughts get in the way of enjoying everyday life, and what to do about it"--Amazon.

Obsessive compulsive disorder, or OCD, affects millions of Americans. Readers of this informative volume will learn all about the symptoms and signs of this condition, as well as possible treatments. Additionally, they'll read accounts from people who have experienced OCD themselves. Colorful photographs and eye-catching fact boxes hold readers' attention, while engaging text aids in the comprehension of key concepts. This supportive guide is perfect for anyone who is looking to learn more about OCD, whether they have been diagnosed with it, know someone who has, or just want to know more about the subject.

Describes a ladder-based process to controlling obsessive compulsive disorder for children ages ten through sixteen, and includes reflection questions as well as advice on overcoming challenges associated with OCD and being successful in life and school.

The summer before entering sixth grade, Sammy, who was bright and inquisitive, suddenly began to exhibit disturbing behavior. He walked with his eyes shut, refused to bathe, and used his limbs instead of his hands to touch doorknobs and faucets. Diagnosed with obsessive-compulsive behavior (OCD), and later Tourette's Syndrome, Sammy slipped further from reality. But his mother refused to accept the diagnosis and her research took her to the medical community's raging debate whether mental illness can be caused by infection.

Offers guidance and tools for children who suffer from obsessive-compulsive disorder, including examples, activities, and tricks.

A guide to teaching children with attention deficit disorder, Tourette syndrome, or obsessive-compulsive disorder that discusses school intervention, classroom modification, academic interventions, pitfalls, social skills, computer use, assessment tests, individual education plans, modifications for college admission testing, federal laws, and other related topics.