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ATTENTION-DEFICIT DISORDERS
Selected Sources of Information

Basic Search Tools | Books | ERIC Documents | Videos |
World Wide Web Resources


Basic Search Tools

Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder: Abstracts of the Psychological and Behavioral Literature, 1971- 1994. Washington, DC: American Psychological Association, 1994.
REF RJ506 .H9 A93 1994

CENTRA
The University Libraries' online public access catalog. You may look up items in CENTRA by author, title, subject, or keyword. You can gain access to CENTRA by way of the Libraries' Web page on any of the computer workstations located throughout the building. Remote access is also available. You may search by typing s=attention deficit disorder or s=attention deficit hyperactivity disorder.

FirstSearch
An interactive online information system that provides simple access to more than 60 individual databases. Among those useful in searching for ADD/ADHD are ERIC, MEDLINE, and PsycINFO. The Educational Resources Information Center (ERIC) is an index that includes references to journal articles and documents in education/education-related subjects covering the period, 1978-present. Search under attention deficit disorder; behavior disorders; hyperactivity. A selection of relevant ERIC documents follows in this guide. PsycINFO is a major psychology/psychology-related database that includes references to journal articles, technical reports, monographic series, dissertations, and other materials from 1967 to the present (search under attention deficit disorder). FirstSearch is available on any of the public computer workstations located throughout the building. Remote access is also available.

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Books

ADD and the College Student: A Guide for High School and College Students with Attention Deficit Disorder. New York: Magination Press, 1994.
LC 4713.4 .A33 1994

Cherkes-Julkowski, Miriam. Rethinking Attention Deficit Disorders. Cambridge: Brookline Books, 1997.
LC 47113.2 .C54 1997

A Comprehensive Guide to Attention Deficit Disorder in Adults: Research, Diagnosis, and Treatment. New York: Brunner/Mazel, 1995.
RC 394 .A85 C65 1995

DePaul, George J. ADHD in the Schools: Assessment and Intervention Strategies. New York: Guilford Press, 1994.
LC 4713.4 .D87 1994

Eisenberg, Nancy. Teach and Reach Students with Attention Deficit Disorders: The Educator's Handbook and Resource Guide. Houston: Multigrowth Resources, 1994.
LC 4713.4 .E5 1994t

Goldstein, Sam. Managing Attention and Learning Disorders in Late Adolescence and Adulthood: A Guide for Practitioners. New York: Wiley, 1997.
RC 394 .A85 G65 1997

Gordon, Steven B. Meeting the ADD Challenge: A Practical Guide for Teachers. Champaign, IL: Research Press, 1994.
LC 4713.4 .G67 1994

Jones, Clare B. Attention Deficit Disorder: Strategies for School-Age Children. Tucson: Communication Skill Builders, 1994.
LC 4713.4 .J66 1994

Murphy, Kevin R. Out of the Fog: Treatment Options and Coping Strategies for Adult Attention Deficit Disorder. New York: Hyperion, 1995.
RC 394 .A85 M87 1995

Quinn, Patricia O. Attention Deficit Disorder: Diagnosis and Treatment from Infancy to Adulthood. New York: Brunner/Mazel, 1997.
RJ 506 .H9 Q548 1997

Rief, Sandra F. How to Reach and Teach ADD/ADHD Children: Practical Techniques, Strategies, and Interventions for Helping Children with Attention Problems and Hyperactivity. West Nyack, NY: Center for Applied Research in Education, 1993.
LC 4713.4 .R54 1993

Stevens, Suzanne H. The LD Child and the ADHD Child: Ways Parents and Professionals Can Help. Winston-Salem, NC: John F. Blair Publisher, 1996.
LC 4705 .S75 1996

Succeeding in the Workplace: Attention Deficit Disorder and Learning Disabilities in the Workplace: A Guide for Success. Washington, DC: JKL Communications, 1994.
HV 3005 .S942 1994t

Success at Last!: Helping Students with Attention Deficit (Hyperactivity) Disorders Achieve Their Potential. Portsmouth, NH: Heinemann, 1994.
LC 4713.4 .S83 1994

Wender, Paul H. Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder in Adults. New York: Oxford University Press, 1995.
RC 394 .A85 W46 1995

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ERIC Documents

The following documents are available on microfiche in the ERIC Collection which is housed in the Microforms area of the University Library. 

Carpenter, Trudy. Teaching High School Students with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder: Self Advocacy Skills and Strategies for Coping with Their Disability in School. 1995.
ED385987

Davino, Dana. Relationship Between Teachers' Anti-Stimulant Attitudes and Their Experience with ADHD Students. 1995.
ED380717

Dornbush, Marilyn P. Teaching the Tiger: A Handbook for Individuals Involved in the Education of Students with Attention Deficit Disorders, Tourette Syndrome or Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder. 1995.
ED386870

Green, Douglas W. The Benefits of Multimedia Computer Software for Students with Disabilities. 1995.
ED382172

Ruschko, Alexandra Katharina. Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder and Reading. 1996.
ED396237

Thompson, Anne R. College Students with Disabilities. A Desk Reference Guide for Faculty and Staff. 1996.
ED395441

Wacks, Julie M. Follow-Up Study on the Adjustment of ADHD Adolescence. 1996.
ED396506

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Videos

The following videos are housed in Media Services. 

ADHD in the Classroom: Strategies for Teachers. Boston, 1994.
Video 3518

Adults with Attention Deficit Disorder. Glen Ellyn, IL, 1994.
Video 3568

All About Attention Deficit Disorder. Carol Stream, IL, 1990.
Videos 3599-3600

Attention Deficit Disorder: Children. Princeton, 1995.
Video 3058

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder: What Do We Know? New York, 1992.
Video 2484

Hyperactivity. Northbrook, IL, 1988.
Video 538

Medication for Attention Deficit Disorder. Glen Ellyn, IL, 1994.
Video 3598

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World Wide Web Resources

Attention Deficit Disorder and Learning Disabilities

http://healthymind.com/add-ld.html
A subdirectory of HealthyMind.com, a page maintained by David Bissette, a clinical psychologist in Washington, D.C., this site includes information on the characteristics, diagnosis, and treatment of ADD. Also includes a useful section on additional resources dealing with ADD. 

CH.A.D.D.: Children and Adults with Attention Deficit Disorders

http://www.chadd.org/
Excellent sources maintained by the largest nonprofit, parent-based ADD organization in the country. Includes lots of information on subjects such as the characteristics and definition of ADD; the treatment, parenting, and legal rights of children with ADD; adults with ADD; ADD in the classroom; and links to many additional ADD/ADD-related Web pages. 

One A.D.D. Place

http:www.oneaddplace.com
Describing itself as a "'virtual neighborhood' consolidating in ONE PLACE information and resources relating to Attention Deficit Disorder (A.D.D.), and AD/HD and Learning Disorders (LD)," this page includes much useful information about publications of interest and FAQs, professional products available for purchase, professional services available, comments and feedback from users of the page, conferences, and related Web resources. 

Special Education Resources on the Internet (SERI)

http://seriweb.com
SERI "is a collection of Internet accessible information resources of interest to those involved in the fields related to Special Education." This site is divided into numerous categories including resources specific to Attention Deficit Disorder. 

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