About the Author

Russell A. Barkley, PhD, is Clinical Professor of Psychiatry at the Medical University of South Carolina and Research Professor of Psychiatry at the State University of New York Upstate Medical School in Syracuse, NY. He is a Diplomate in Clinical Psychology (ABPP), Clinical Child and Adolescent Psychology and Clinical Neuropsychology (ABCN, ABPP). Dr Barkley is a clinical scientist, educator, and practitioner who has authored 13 books and clinical manuals, and more than 200 scientific articles and book chapters related to the nature, assessment, and treatment of ADHD and related disorders. As an advocate for proper identification and treatment of ADHD, he has appeared on the nationally televised programs 60 Minutes, the Today Show, Good Morning America, CBS Sunday Morning, CNN and many other programs on behalf of those with ADHD.

Reviews

"The "Handbook" remains the essential ADHD reference for clinicians, educators, and investigators. In the third edition, Dr. Barkley and colleagues have created a substantively updated text, incorporating new insights in phenomenology, genetics, neuroimaging, and clinical interventions. Lucid descriptions of assessment methods, diagnosis, and integrated treatments establish a foundation both for contemporary clinical practice and for future research inquiry. The newly organized Key Clinical Points in each chapter, combined with comprehensive reference lists, ensure that the richness of content is both comprehensive and accessible."--James J. McGough, MD, Division of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, UCLA School of Medicine
"The third edition of this handbook continues to have the excellent readability and clinical relevance of the previous editions. Important updates regarding the etiology, genetics, neuroimaging, and treatment of ADHD are provided throughout. Dr. Barkley makes these complex areas understandable to the clinician through his clear, concise, jargon-free prose. The book contains contributions from many of the leaders in clinical research on both psychopharmacological and psychosocial treatments, and will be invaluable to clinicians of all specialties who wish to establish a state-of-the-art ADHD treatment program. This book is an ideal text for psychology or counseling graduate programs, as well as psychiatry residency training. It gives trainees a comprehensive exposure to the diagnosis and treatment of ADHD."--Steven R. Pliszka, MD, Division of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio
"Russell Barkley has surpassedhis earlier efforts in this new work, which is more than a simple overview of the field of ADHD. This handbook provides an in-depth, critical review of the majority of issues in ADHD. Barkley tackles associated controversies in a forthright manner, taking on both the antipsychiatry critics and the therapeutic nihilists. This book will remain a standard reference and text for students in developmental psychopathology and for practitioners and scientists, and will take its predecessor's place on the shelves of many informed consumers as well."--Russell Schachar, MD, Department of Psychiatry, University of Toronto, Canada
"The third edition of this highly regarded work is extremely well done and contributes significantly to the fields of psychology, education, and medicine, in advancing both the science and practice of ADHD treatment. The range and scope of the contents are truly exceptional. This handbook will be an important and very useful text in our child and adolescent psychotherapy course and in our clinical practicum as well."--Thomas R. Kratochwill, PhD, School Psychology Program, University of Wisconsin/n-/Madison
"This timely third edition is a worthy update of its predecessors. Every chapter integrates new knowledge, and significant new developments in the field all receive updated and cogent commentary. It is notable that Barkley and collaborators do not attempt to critically evaluate the entire literature, but rather cull for practitioners the most clinically relevant information. Those who already own the second edition of this classic resource will find ample reason to upgrade to the third, and students and younger practitioners coming to the "Handbook" for thefirst time will enjoy the most comprehensive coverage of clinically applicable information about ADHD available in a single, scholarly source."--Joel T. Nigg, PhD, Department of Psychology, Michigan State University
"The most scholarly, authoritative, and comprehensive text ever written on ADHD, this is a must-read, revered resource for physicians, clinical and school psychologists, mental health professionals, educators, and graduate students interested in ADHD."--Mark D. Rapport, PhD, Department of Psychology, University of Central Florida
" The new edition of the "Handbook" is a virtual encyclopedia of ADHD. It is the most comprehensive, up-to-date resource available, and provides a thorough review, discussion, and 'key points' summaries of topics including etiology, diagnostic evaluation, theoretical models, developmental course, gender differences, comorbidities, and treatment. The "Handbook" is a 'must' for clinicians and researchers and is an excellent text for advanced graduate clinical psychology courses." --Howard Abikoff, PhD, Division of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, New York University School of Medicine

"The "Handbook remains the essential ADHD reference for clinicians, educators, and investigators. In the third edition, Dr. Barkley and colleagues have created a substantively updated text, incorporating new insights in phenomenology, genetics, neuroimaging, and clinical interventions. Lucid descriptions of assessment methods, diagnosis, and integrated treatments establish a foundation both for contemporary clinical practice and for future research inquiry. The newly organized Key Clinical Points in each chapter, combined with comprehensive reference lists, ensure that the richness of content is both comprehensive and accessible."--James J. McGough, MD, Division of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, UCLA School of Medicine
"The third edition of this handbook continues to have the excellent readability and clinical relevance of the previous editions. Important updates regarding the etiology, genetics, neuroimaging, and treatment of ADHD are provided throughout. Dr. Barkley makes these complex areas understandable to the clinician through his clear, concise, jargon-free prose. The book contains contributions from many of the leaders in clinical research on both psychopharmacological and psychosocial treatments, and will be invaluable to clinicians of all specialties who wish to establish a state-of-the-art ADHD treatment program. This book is an ideal text for psychology or counseling graduate programs, as well as psychiatry residency training. It gives trainees a comprehensive exposure to the diagnosis and treatment of ADHD."--Steven R. Pliszka, MD, Division of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio
"Russell Barkley has surpassedhis earlier efforts in this new work, which is more than a simple overview of the field of ADHD. This handbook provides an in-depth, critical review of the majority of issues in ADHD. Barkley tackles associated controversies in a forthright manner, taking on both the antipsychiatry critics and the therapeutic nihilists. This book will remain a standard reference and text for students in developmental psychopathology and for practitioners and scientists, and will take its predecessor's place on the shelves of many informed consumers as well."--Russell Schachar, MD, Department of Psychiatry, University of Toronto, Canada
"The third edition of this highly regarded work is extremely well done and contributes significantly to the fields of psychology, education, and medicine, in advancing both the science and practice of ADHD treatment. The range and scope of the contents are truly exceptional. This handbook will be an important and very useful text in our child and adolescent psychotherapy course and in our clinical practicum as well."--Thomas R. Kratochwill, PhD, School Psychology Program, University of Wisconsin/n-/Madison
"This timely third edition is a worthy update of its predecessors. Every chapter integrates new knowledge, and significant new developments in the field all receive updated and cogent commentary. It is notable that Barkley and collaborators do not attempt to critically evaluate the entire literature, but rather cull for practitioners the most clinically relevant information. Those who already own the second edition of this classic resource will find ample reason to upgrade to the third, and students and younger practitioners coming to the "Handbook for the firsttime will enjoy the most comprehensive coverage of clinically applicable information about ADHD available in a single, scholarly source."--Joel T. Nigg, PhD, Department of Psychology, Michigan State University
"The most scholarly, authoritative, and comprehensive text ever written on ADHD, this is a must-read, revered resource for physicians, clinical and school psychologists, mental health professionals, educators, and graduate students interested in ADHD."--Mark D. Rapport, PhD, Department of Psychology, University of Central Florida
"The new edition of the "Handbook is a virtual encyclopedia of ADHD. It is the most comprehensive, up-to-date resource available, and provides a thorough review, discussion, and 'key points' summaries of topics including etiology, diagnostic evaluation, theoretical models, developmental course, gender differences, comorbidities, and treatment. The "Handbook is a 'must' for clinicians and researchers and is an excellent text for advanced graduate clinical psychology courses."--Howard Abikoff, PhD, Division of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, New York University School of Medicine