Annotated Bibliography

Committee on Education and the Workforce. "Ritalin Use Among Youth. Examining The Issues And Concerns", 106 congress 2nd Edition. Government Document. May 16, 2000. [Y4.ED8/1:106-109.]

Diller, Lawrence. Behavioral Pediatrician, Behavior Pediatrics, Child And Family Therapy, Walnut Creek, California. Diller effectively used Huck Finn and Tom Sawyer as examples of children that if living in today's society would most undoubtedly be subjected to Ritalin. He see active, spirited boys that are misunderstood. Diller believes that the guild lines for ADD/ADHD don't work because the child norm has flaws.

Gooding, Chairman . Chairman Gooding addresses Congress with personal feelings and statistical data of the use of Ritalin for active children. Gooding fears that "to often parents and teachers turn to the quick fix of Ritalin."

Kucinich, Dennis (Honorable). Representative In Congress From Ohio. Kucinich addressed the issue of school officials pushing parents into Ritalin for there children. Teachers and counselors scaring parents into thinking that Ritalin is the only way to save the child. Kucinich Did sympathize with the challenges Teachers and school officials face in our schools but disagreed with the tactics.

Pryce, Deborah (Honorable). Claims to not be an expert on the drug Ritalin but an observer of the effects. She met with the Ohio State Board of Pharmacy who is concerned with the increase of the drug sales and the pressures the parents receive to put their child on the drug. Pryce noted a parent who claims that his child was diagnosed with ADHD by the teacher. Due to this diagnosis the school is pressuring the parent to get his child on Ritalin.

Woodworth, Terrance, Deputy Director, Office Of Diversion Control, Drug enforcement Administration, U.S. Department Of Justice, Washington DC. Woodworth claims that Ritalin is classified by the DEA as a powerful stimulant that has a high risk for dependence. DEA has noted a significant increase in the production of Ritalin and is concerned. Woodworth updates the statistics of the drug use in America.

Diller, H. Lawrence, M.D. Running on Ritalin. A Physician Reflects on Children, Society, and Performance in a Pill. New York: Bantam Doubleday Dell Publishing Group, 1998. [Rj506.H9 D55 1998] Diller gives his reader very detailed information on societies pressure put on children to perform. This unfortunately is the reason for the over prescribed Ritalin epidemic we face. Diller proposes alternative treatments for ADD and shows benefit to limited use of Ritalin in children and adults. This book is a very reading intensive text, that takes time to fully appreciate. Diller was very detailed and showed all angles of the Ritalin issue.

Hallowell, Edward M.D., and Ratey, John, M.D. "Answers To Distraction." Bantam Doubleday Dell Publishing Group New York 1994. [RJ506.H9 H3448 1996] "We are fortunate to live in a time of great advances in the field of scientific understanding of the brain." Edward Hallowell M.D. and John Ratey M.D. authors of "Driven to Distraction" Respond to questions about children and adults diagnosed with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorders. They cover how to deal with boredom, depression, anger, distraction, and building self esteem. In addition you will find tips on managing negative behaviors such as aggression, fits, lying and substance abuse. I particularly enjoyed the Q and A section found on page 53 called Young Children's Question. It helps you to really understand the child's view on having ADD and coping with the diversity. Questions like Q: I heard ADD mean's your weird. Is that right? or Q: I don't want to take the medicine. Do I have to? Are all answered it an simple manner geared for child understanding. Although this book advocates the use of medication it also covers the techniques for coping with out. It is recommended reading but the need to stay objective on the medication issue presents itself.

Quinn, Patricia, M.D. Attention Deficit Disorder: Diagnosis and Treatment from Infancy to Adulthood. Basic Principles Into Practice, Series Vol. 13. New York: Brunner/Mazel, Publishers, 1997. [RJ506.H9 Q548 1997]
Dr Quinn a developmental pediatrician in Washington DC, put together a book that looks at ADD throughout a persons lifetime and the major impact it has. She examines the debate that surrounds ADD and the medications prescribed for its treatment. She covers other practiced and successful treatments for ADD. The book includes: Behavior checklists and questionnaires, information on the use of medication therapy, analysis of ADD effects over a lifespan and the legal issues that effect the rights of ADD patients. This is an easy to read informative resource guide for parents and teachers as well as the medical professional.

Rief, Sandra. "How To Reach And Teach ADD/ADHD Children. Practical Techniques, Strategies, And Interventions For Helping Children With Attention Problems And Hyperactivity.", The Center for Applied Research in Education, West Nyack, New York 1993. [LC4713.4.R54 1993.] This book is a great resource for teaching and redirecting children with ADD/ADHD. The book is filled with tested classroom techniques that focus on the whole child and guides you through activities that help to guide children through their school careers. Sandra Rief, who received her B.A. and M.A. in elementary education from The University of Illinois, provides samples of charts, student self evaluations, sample letters and contracts that can be used at home or in a classroom setting. The text shows you how to prevent behavior problems with effective management techniques and how to capture attention. Techniques in relaxation using music for calming and starting smooth transitions are a large focus within the chapters of the book. Over all, even though the book covers recommendations for medicating children, the content was informative and helpful. I recommend this book for classroom teachers and parents as a collaborative resource in teaching children with ADD/ADHD.

Sears, William, M.D., and Lynda Thompson, Ph.D. The A.D.D. Book: New Understandings, New Approaches to Parenting your Child. Boston: Little, Brown and Company, 1998.[Rj506.H9 S43 1998]
The book is best read if you start with the A Word From the Authors. DR. William Sears, explains his life growing up with what today would be diagnosed as ADHD. He fears what he could have become if doctors would have suppressed his thirst for activity and his mis-channeled energy, by drugging him. He believes all to often active children get misdiagnosed and are misunderstood. DR. Sears believes there are three kind of children given the label of ADD/ADHD. Ones whom truly have neurobiological disorders that warrant the diagnosis. There are ones that are situational ADD, whom are a product of their surroundings and situations. And finally their are the ones whom do not have ADD/ADHD but were diagnosed because of their active, energetic, creative behaviors.

ADDinschool.com "Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder : Something Your Child Was Born With ..."NewIdeas.Net, 27400 Oakflat Drive, Tehachapi, CA 93561 http://www.addinschool.com/index.htm [Last accessed May3,2002]
This site provides you with informative ideas to treat children diagnosed Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. The structured classroom setting can be a trial for people who find it an effort to sit for long periods, paying attention and quiet times. The authors want your ADD/ ADHD child have success in school. With-in the site you can find links to intervention pages for Elementary and Junior/High and Alternative resources for parent/teachers. ADDinschool.com also offers a free monthly newsletter that includes resources and New reports from CNN and other major news sources.

"Diet Therapy for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Gains Support By Doctors, Researchers And Parents." PR NEWSWIRE , 10 April 1996. Rpt. Kid Source OnLine, April 16,1996; Last modified: April 20, 2000. Kidsource OnLine, Inc., 1996-2002. http://www.kidsource.com/kidsource/content/news/Diet_ADD_article.html [Last accessed May 3, 2002]
This site covers the definition of ADD and the alternative resources for the treatment of the disorder. This site covers how to avoid certain food additives and harsh drugs during the treatment of ADD. The Feingold Association of the United States (F.A.U.S.) cited immunologist Robert Sinaiko, MD, who believes there is a correlation between diet and behavior. [delete: The site also sited PR NEWSWIRE.] Readers may obtain a free brochure from the Feingold Association by sending a self-addressed stamped envelope to F.A.U.S., 127 E. Main St., No. 106, Riverhead, NY 11901. F.A.U.S. contact information for Pat Palmer and Jane Hersey (author of Why Can't My Child Behave? ) is also given.

Living Well Natural Foods. "Attention Deficit And Hyperactivity"
1997 copyright, Living Well Naturally, Inc. Most Recent Update 11/03/97. http://www.thebook.com/livewell/infoadd.htm. [Last accessed May 17,2002] This greatly informative web site starts with an introduction to Ritalin. It describes what it is and who/why it is prescribed. Then the site offers an alternative path to treatment. Natural Healing is this sites objective. The authors suggests "Cleaning up the diet." by limiting foods such as refined white sugars, artificial colors, caffeine and phosphates. They also suggest vitamin and mineral supplements as well as checking for food allergies. If you would like to read more this site has several suggested readings.

Palmer, Pat, and Hersey, Jane . The Feingold Association. "Diet Therapy For Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Gains Support by Doctors, Researchers And Parents." KidSource OnLine, April 16,1996. Last modified: April 20, 2000. Kidsource OnLine, Inc., 1996-2002. http://www.kidsource.com/kidsource/content/news/Diet_ADD_article.html [Last accessed May 3, 2002]

Reichenburg, Judyth MSW. "An Alternative To Ritalin: Homeopathy as a Highly Effective Treatment for ADD." Health World online. (Excerpted from Ritalin-Free Kids: http://www.healthy.net/asp/templates/article.asp?PageType=Article&ID=231 [Last accessed May 2002] This site is for anyone who is considering a homeopathic approach to ADD treatment. The author Judyth Reichenburg MSW, covers the pros of Homeopathic treatments and its limits. She covers the benefits to finding a good homeopath and how to make sure you have the best possible homeopathic treatment for you or your child. This site also offers its own line of products if you would like to sample a bit of homeopathic at home. As an alternative Homeopathic treatment is a healthy way of treating ADD, however should be done in unison with a qualified Doctor.