ADHD and the Nature of Self-Control

by Russell A. Barkley

Book Overview

This far-reaching work from renowned scientist-practitioner Russell A. Barkley provides a radical shift of perspective on ADHD. The volume synthesizes neuropsychological research and theory on the... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 157230250X
• ISBN13: 9781572302501
• Release Date: August 1997
• Publisher: Guilford Publications
• Length: 410 Pages
• Weight: 1.63 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.4" x 6.3" x 9.3"

Customer Reviews

The Best Ever on This Topic

This contribution by Russell A. Barkley is a masterpiece in review and analysis of the confusing, confounding and frustrating topic of ADHD. Dr. Barkley's book is pitched at somewhat higher than the average layperson, maybe toward the BA in psychology or healthcare professional. However, the clear prose style will articulate to those with first hand daily experience in coping with ADHD in family members. The behavioral scenarios layed out by Dr. Barkley hit close to home for caregivers in this area. A must read for those serious about learning about ADHD.

Excellent study presenting a new theory of ADHD

My main reason for writing is to point out that the earlier reviewer who criticized Barkley for the passage about the 3 Little Pigs completely misunderstood the point Barkley was trying to make. Barkley was not saying that he thought that ADHD people deserved what they got; he was saying that some people who misunderstood what ADHD was all about might believe that ADHD people deserved what they got. The reviewer did not read Barkley carefully.

Essential reading for professionals, parents, ADHD adults

The previous reviewer (Bethesda, MD; 12/22/98) takes one quote out of context and grossly distorts its meaning. Dr. Barkley actually discusses the fact that *many individuals in our society* believe persons with ADHD "deserve what they get." Dr. Barkley does not possess such a callous attitude. As other reviewers have noted, this book is a remarkable synthesis of research in psychology, evolutionary biology, and the neurosciences. The theory Barkley proposes will undoubtedly be refined as researchers put it to the test. However, I suspect that in 20 years we'll look back and wonder how we could have thought ADHD was primarily an "attention disorder" as opposed to an impairment in response inhibition and self-regulation.

A comprehensive and enlightening overview of ADHD

Dr. Barkley has synthesized the work of the leading researchers in the field of ADHD and drawn on his vast professional and clinical experience to set forth a new model of the disorder which will benefit laypeople, parents, educators, scientists and medical practitioners. The book is well-organized, well-written and contains such a wealth of information that it is a veritable bible of ADHD. No parent, educator or clinician or adult ADHD sufferer should be without this book. It sheds new light on the disorder and explains many unanswered questions. We are greatly indebted to Dr. Barkley for his ongoing and dedicated work in the field. I highly recommend this book.

A truly expert look at Attention Deficit Disorder!

As a doctoral student in clinical neuropsychology, I found Dr. Barkley's "Adhd and the Nature of Self Control" to be a tremendous guide to understanding the cognitive approach of explaining ADD. Dr. Barkley is truly an expert in this field.