ADHD and Asperger Syndrome in Smart Kids and Adults offers detailed examples of individuals who have above-average cognitive intelligence but struggle with executive function impairments of ADHD and significant social-emotional impairments of Asperger syndrome. The book centres around twelve case studies of bright children, teens, and adults treated for both ADHD and Asperger syndrome. Each chapter describes diverse examples of their strengths and their difficulties and explains how these individuals can be helped with appropriate treatment.
Key Features
- Science-based information about ADHD and Asperger syndrome.
- Accessible language ideal for clinicians, educators, social workers, medical and mental health service providers, and parents.
- Advocacy for restoring the diagnosis of Asperger Syndrome to diagnostic manuals.
Additional Information
Case examples are followed by updated, science-based descriptions of these disorders. The text is designed to help individuals overcome their ADHD impairments and improve their ability to understand and interact more effectively with others.
