Marching to a Different Tune: Diary About an ADHD Boy by Jacky Fletcher (English

Description: Marching to a Different Tune by Jacky Fletcher Diary about an ADHD Boy gives a perspective to the understanding of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder - it describes this complex set of behaviours from the inside. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description This text is a day-by-day account of how Stefan Fletcher, a boy diagnosed with ADHD, unusual and difficult behaviour affects and disrupts family life. The author describes in detail the struggles, embarrassments and triumphs her family experiences throughout a four year period of Stefans childhood. The diary ends with an expression of the familys love for Stefan - as he approaches adolescence, they will learn new ways to cope with the challenges of his behaviour, applying the knowledge they have gained through experience. The book gives a different perspective to the understanding of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder - it describes this complex set of behaviours from the inside. The last chapter gives a clinical description of ADHD; the appendices contain useful addresses for more information and support networks, and a list of recommended reading. Author Biography Jacky Fletcher is the mother of Stefan, a thirteen-year-old ADHD boy. She trained as a teacher for children with severe learning disabilities, and is currently a swimming teacher. She has worked with families in the UK who need short-term help with their children in emergency situations. Stefan has taken part in several TV programmes and has appeared on News at Ten in a special documentary about ADHD. Table of Contents Preface. Chapter One: 1995. Chapter Two: 1996. Chapter Three: 1997. Chapter Four: 1998. Chapter Five: ADHD. Appendix: Recommended Reading and Useful Addresses. Review The authors description are beautiful and her style is elegant and compassionate. She conveys an honest view of her son that evokes emotions in the reader…Overall, a very thought provoking, stimulating (ADHD term) account of a mothers acceptance of and compassion for her son. -- Book ReviewsJacky Fletchers diary of her son who has ADHD provides an emotive insight into the relentless onslaught of challenging behaviour that can frequently render any carer feeling impotent. The vignettes provide clear examples of the traits of someone with ADHD. -- British Journal of Occupational TherapyThe diary could usefully be read by professionals as it gives an insight into the full, awesome experience of living with ADHD, and by parents who desperately need to know that they are not alone in their struggles to cope with their endearing but exasperating child. -- Therapy WeeklyThe title of this book accurately describes its intent and its product. It is a series of entries over a period of four years as the main actor, Stefan, moves from childhood to early adolescence. The book details the activities of Stefan as well as the frustrations of his parents and siblings with dealing with his amazing repertoire of adventures…For families seeking conformation that they are not alone in dealing with a child with ADHD, this book is useful. -- Disability Studies QuarterlyDescriptions of his daily activities are extremely illuminating and witty, giving the reader an insight into the constant challenges of living with a child with ADHD -- NAPOT JournalWhilst not a serious text book on ADHD, it is a very easy and entertaining read. Nevertheless I feel that this is a very important book which makes a valuable contribution to the subject. Text books can increase ones knowledge and learning about a subject. This book does the same but does so by telling how the experience is lived, not through facts or figures. Like most people I particularly enjoy a book that makes me feel something. This book did just that. I found myself fluctuate between sadness, anger and tears of laughter, classic elements of a good book. It offers a glimpse of what it is like to live day-to-day with a child with ADHD…Raising a child with ADHD is obviously difficult at times and whilst bearing in mind that Stefans story may not be typical of every child with ADHD, there is no sense of despair in this book. I was left with a feeling of hope. Amid the difficulties there is love and affection. At the centre is a boy, a son, a unique personality who happens to have ADHD. -- Rostrum, The Voice of Social Work in ScotlandStefan, diagnosed with a severe form of ADHD, creates havoc on an almost daily basis. His mother, Jacky Fletcher, has written a diary about their family life. There is no doubt that turmoil follows wherever he treads but, in a funny, moving and inspirational account, the reader gains a unique insight into the frustrations of living with ADHD. Although admiration and compassion must go to Stefans exhausted and endlessly patient family, Stefans personality shines through. He is charming, difficult, unpredictable, intelligent and very much loved. -- Junior Long Description This text is a day-by-day account of how Stefan Fletcher, a boy diagnosed with ADHD, unusual and difficult behaviour affects and disrupts family life. The author describes in detail the struggles, embarrassments and triumphs her family experiences throughout a four year period of Stefans childhood. The diary ends with an expression of the familys love for Stefan - as he approaches adolescence, they will learn new ways to cope with the challenges of his behaviour, applying the knowledge they have gained through experience. The book gives a different perspective to the understanding of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder - it describes this complex set of behaviours from the inside. The last chapter gives a clinical description of ADHD; the appendices contain useful addresses for more information and support networks, and a list of recommended reading. Review Text Stefan, diagnosed with a severe form of ADHD, creates havoc on an almost daily basis. His mother, Jacky Fletcher, has written a diary about their family life. There is no doubt that turmoil follows wherever he treads but, in a funny, moving and inspirational account, the reader gains a unique insight into the frustrations of living with ADHD. Although admiration and compassion must go to Stefans exhausted and endlessly patient family, Stefans personality shines through. He is charming, difficult, unpredictable, intelligent and very much loved. Review Quote The authors description are beautiful and her style is elegant and compassionate. She conveys an honest view of her son that evokes emotions in the reader...Overall, a very thought provoking, stimulating (ADHD term) account of a mothers acceptance of and compassion for her son. Promotional "Headline" This book gives an essential new perspective to the understanding of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder - it describes this complex set of behaviours from the inside. It complements and deepens the clinical presentation of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, at a time when this diagnosis is being applied to more and more children. Description for Reader Written by the mother of Stefan, a boy diagnosed with ADHD, Marching to a Different Tune is a day-by-day, moment-by-moment account of how his unusual and difficult behaviour affects and disrupts their family life inside and outside the home. Jacky Fletcher describes in intimate detail the struggles, embarrassments and triumphs her family experiences throughout a four year period of Stefans childhood. The diary ends with an expression of the familys love for Stefan - as he approaches adolescence, they will learn new ways to cope with the challenges of his behaviour, applying the knowledge they have gained through experience. Marching to a Different Tune gives an essential new perspective to the understanding of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder - it describes this complex set of behaviours from the inside. It complements and deepens the clinical presentation of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, at a time when this diagnosis is being applied to more and more children. The last chapter of the book gives a clinical description of ADHD; the appendix contains useful addresses for more information and support networks, and a list of recommended reading. This book will inform the practice of teachers and psychologists who work with ADHD children, and guide and support these childrens parents and families. Description for Sales People Personal story - a mother of an ADHD boy describes in detail her familys experience of living with this difficult and disruptive disorder inside and outside the home Details ISBN185302810X Author Jacky Fletcher Short Title MARCHING TO A DIFFERENT TUNE Language English ISBN-10 185302810X ISBN-13 9781853028106 Media Book Format Paperback Year 1999 Imprint Jessica Kingsley Publishers Subtitle Diary About an ADHD Boy Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom Edition 1st Birth 1950 Illustrations black & white illustrations Publisher Jessica Kingsley Publishers DOI 10.1604/9781853028106 UK Release Date 1999-07-01 NZ Release Date 1999-07-01 Pages 144 Publication Date 1999-07-01 DEWEY 618.989285890092 Audience Undergraduate AU Release Date 1999-07-14 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. 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