This book includes an anthology of personal experiences written by parents of children with ADD and ADHD, along with various other diagnoses. The written experiences of parents focus on honest feelings and lessons learned, epiphanies, commonplace and extraordinary experiences. Some of the topics include how children came to be diagnosed, the experience of dealing with problem behaviours, experiences with/feelings about treatment, school experiences, children’s social interactions, parent’s emotional and physical health, marriage, and other relationships.

I am an information junkie; a researcher to the core, especially when it comes to something that is relevant to my life. If you're looking for a comprehensive understanding of ADHD, this book is a must-read. Dr. Hallowell brings a unique perspective to the table. What Your ADHD Child Wishes You Knew: Working Together to Empower Kids for Success in School and Life by Sharon Saline Written by a pediatrician, this book aims to assist parents, and their children keep calm, flexible and in control. This book includes effective mindfulness techniques to overcome daily challenges experienced. As a parent, there are several strategies you can employ to ensure success for your child. These include making sure their home environment is structured and consistent; providing emotional support when needed; setting clear expectations with achievable goals in mind; using positive reinforcement as an effective motivator. Highlight the strengths of each individual rather than focusing on weaknesses; coordinating school materials and routines along with teachers whenever possible, while limiting media time if they become easily distracted by technology.One of the things I appreciated about the book is that it provides practical strategies that really work. An insightful, sensitive portrayal of children who need help—and how to help them.” —Myrna B. Shure Yes, your parenting style can affect a child with ADHD. For example, most modern books discuss how reward-based systems are better than punishments. Moms with ADHD: Strategies for Women Parenting with Adult ADHD: ADHD in Adults, Book 8 , focuses on helping moms with ADHD manage parenting responsibilities. Chapter 1 is titled, Get Educated. I couldn’t more highly agree. As parents, we’re the ones with the power to help our children. For this reason, it’s up to us to educate ourselves so we can best equip our kids. Cindy Goldrich gets this. She says,

Dr. Sharon Saline's book "What Your ADHD Child Wished You Knew" is a teaches parents who are looking for strategies on how to help their child succeed in school and reach their academic goals. Here is the bestselling book that will give you the know-how you need to be effective with your children. Enthusiastically praised by parents and professionals around the world, the down–to–earth, respectful approach of Faber and Mazlish makes relationships with children of all ages less stressful and more rewarding.” That being said, whether or not you have ADHD, you are the best parent for your ADHD child. My number one tip to thrive as a parent of an ADHD child is this.This guide offers practical advice and tips on how to support your son through his diagnosis and the challenges that come with it. There are many reasons why you might be looking for a good ADHD book for parents. Maybe you or your child is diagnosed with ADHD, and you want to learn more about the condition. Or maybe you're just curious because one of your friends has an ADHD child.