Kids in the Syndrome Mix is a concise, scientifically up-to-date, all-in-one guide to the whole range of often co-existing neuro-behavioral disorders in children-from attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), obsessive-compulsive disorder, and bipolar disorder, to autistic spectrum disorders, nonverbal learning disabilities, sensory integration problems, and executive dysfunction.

Dr. Kutscher provides accessible information on causes, symptoms, interactions with other conditions, and treatments. He presents effective behavioral strategies for responding to children who display traits of these disorders-whether at home, at school, or in other settings-along with case vignettes and practical tips.

The author's sympathetic yet upbeat approach and skillful explanations of the inner world of children in the syndrome mix make this an invaluable companion for parents, teachers, professionals, and anyone else who needs fast and to-the-point advice on children with special needs.

Reviews

"Dr. Kutscher not only makes difficult information easier to understand, but does it with a depth of understanding and compassion that is unique in the field. His examples are true to life and his strategies concrete and applicable in every day life. I would strongly recommend this book to be on any teacher's reading list and a guide for parents dealing with children with special challenges. If I had my wish I would make it mandatory reading for every teacher coming out of teacher's college. I will be recommending it frequently."
-Heidi Bernhardt, Director, ADRN (Attention Deficit Research Network), Toronto, Canada

"This is a groundbreaking, terrific, thoroughly researched and brilliantly written, interpretive treatise of oft misunderstood, frequently diagnosed disorders with numerous interventions provided by a literary genius."
-Gayle M. Bell, EdS, Educational Specialist, Coeur d'Alene, ID, USA

"While recognizing and validating the frustration that parents and teachers may experience on a daily basis when dealing with a dysregulated child, Dr. Kutscher skillfully manages to both create empathy for the child and a positive outlook for the difference informed and caring parents and teachers can make. ...I think that this book would serve as a useful quick guide for teachers as part of their school's special needs library...it's wonderful to have one book I can recommend to parents so that they can find helpful information on all of their child's conditions in one place."
-Leslie Packer, PhD, specialist in Tourette's Syndrome, consulting psychologist to school districts, and clinician in private practice

Contents

About the Authors.
Introduction.

1. Diagnosis: General Principles.
2. Treatment: General Principles.
3. Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).
4. Learning Disabilities (LD).
5. Autistic Spectrum Disorders (ASD)-An Overview.
6. Asperger's Syndrome and its treatment.
7. Anxiety and Obsessive-Compulsive Disorders (OCD).
8. Sensory Integration Dysfunction (SID).
9. Tics and Tourette's.
10. Depression.
11. Bipolar Depression (BD)
12. Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD).
13. Central Auditory Processing Disorders (CAPD).
14. Medications.