Learning to Slow Down and Pay Attention, 3rd Edition

In this new, third edition of Learning to Slow Down and Pay Attention, the authors have made a number of changes to reflect changes in understanding of ADHD and in our approach to its treatment. For example, in response to growing research on the safety and efficacy of stimulant medication in treating ADHD, we explain more to the child about medication and how it works. Another important change in this edition is an increas in child-centered focus. While the majority of what's written about ADHD emphasizes behaviors that bother adults, this book emphasises those aspects of ADHD that are troublesome to the children, trying to look at the world more from their point of view.

"This ADHD workbook, written in an entertaining style that kids will love, addresses issues that will hit home -- such as making friends, doing homework, and staying focused. Psychologists Kathleen Nadeau and Ellen Dixon provide checklists to help young readers identify the problems they'd like to solve, and include plenty of activity pages to support the process of positive change."--ADDitude Mahazine

"As much as I liked the first edition of Learning to Slow Down and Pay Attention, I am even more enthusiastic about this new, expanded edition. The book is positive and upbeat in tone...written in a straightforward style that young people can understand."--Barbara D. Ingersoll, PhD, Montgomery Child & Family Health Services, Maryland, on the second edition

"A very practical and useful tool."--Harvey Parker, PhD, Nationally Recognized ADD Specialist, on the first edition

Kathleen G. Nadeau, PhD, is a clinical psychologist who has specialized in working with kids and adults with AD/HD for many years. She is the founder and director of the Chesapeake ADHD Center in Silver Spring, MD, and the author of many books on AD/HD for kids, teens, adults, and professionals.

Dr. Ellen Dixon is a licensed clinical psychologist who has long specialized in the differential diagnosis and treatment of attention disorders and related neuropsychological conditions. Dr. Dixon practices in the Great Bridge area of Chesapeake, Virginia.

Charles Beyl creates humorous illustrations for books, magazines, and newspapers in his suburban Texas ranch house. Visit him at and follow him on Instagram: @ChuckBeyl

In this new, third edition of Learning to Slow Down and Pay Attention, the authors have made a number of changes to reflect changes in understanding of ADHD and in our approach to its treatment. For example, in response to growing research on the safety and efficacy of stimulant medication in treating ADHD, we explain more to the child about medication and how it works. Another important change in this edition is an increas in child-centered focus. While the majority of what's written about ADHD emphasizes behaviors that bother adults, this book emphasises those aspects of ADHD that are troublesome to the children, trying to look at the world more from their point of view.

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