Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy for ADHD in Adolescents and Adults

The first edition of this book introduced the Young-Bramham Programme, a pioneering approach to cognitive behavioural treatment for ADHD in adults, which was well-received by clinical and academic communities alike. Based on the latest findings in the field, the authors have expanded the second edition to incorporate treatment strategies not only for adults, but also for adolescents with ADHD. Updates the proven Young-Bramham Programme to be used not only with adults but also with adolescents, who are making the difficult transition from child to adult services New edition of an influential guide to treating ADHD beyond childhood which encompasses the recent growth in scientific knowledge of ADHD along with published treatment guidelines Chapter format provides a general introduction, a description of functional deficits, assessment methods, CBT solutions to the problem, and a template for group delivery

List of Figures, Tables and Boxes vii About the Authors x Foreword by Margaret Weiss xi Foreword by Sam Goldstein xviii Preface xxi Acknowledgements xxiii I Background and Treatment 1 1 Introduction 3 2 Delivering the Young-Bramham Programme 21 II Core Symptom Modules 37 3 Attention Module 39 4 Memory Module 54 5 Organization and Time-Management Module 64 6 Impulsivity Module 91 III Comorbid and Associated Problem Modules 109 7 Problem-Solving Module 111 8 Interpersonal Relationships Module 129 9 Anxiety Module 153 10 Frustration and Anger Module 182 11 Low-Mood and Depression Module 203 12 Sleep Module 221 13 Substance Misuse Module 243 IV the Future Module 267 14 Preparing for the Future Module 269 References 285 Index 294