ADHD in the schools assessment and intervention strategies

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"This bestselling reference and text, now in its third edition, provides essential guidance for school-based professionals meeting the challenges of ADHD. Presented are the latest research-supported strategies for identifying and assessing students at risk for the disorder and developing a multifaceted intervention and support plan. The second edition has been thoroughly revised to reflect recent developments in theory, research, policy, and practice, including new case studies. New topics include preschool-level intervention and prevention and the use of functional behavioral assessment in treatment planning. Updated guidelines are provided for collaborating effectively with students, parents, and other professionals, including prescribing physicians. Also featured is expanded coverage of issues affecting secondary students. A complete and practical resource, the volume includes several reproducible assessment tools and handouts" 1. Overview of ADHD 2. Assessment of ADHD in School Settings 3. ADHD and Comorbidity: Practical Considerations for School-Based Professionals Appendix 3.1: Zirkel Checklist for Performing Eligibility for Special Education Services 4. Early Screening, Identification, and Intervention 5. Supports and Interventions in Elementary School 6. Interventions and Supports in Secondary and Postsecondary Schools 7. Medication Therapy Appendix 7.1: Stimulant Medication Treatment of ADHD: A Teacher Handout 8. Adjunctive Interventions for ADHD 9. Communication with Parents, Professionals, and Students Appendix 9.1: Suggested Readings on ADHD and Related Difficulties for Parents and Teachers Appendix 9.2: Referral Letter to a Physician Appendix 9.3: Referral to Physician for Possible Medication Trial Appendix 9.4: Description of Medication Trial to Physician Appendix 9.5: Report of Results of Medication Trial to Physician 10. Conclusions and Future Directions