Jerome J. Schultz - Nowhere to hide : why kids with ADHD and LD hate school and what we can do about it

Praise for Nowhere to Hide

As Schultz captures in his remarkable book, children with LD and ADHD often experience feelings of frustration, anger, helplessness, and low self-esteemfeelings that prompt them to avoid situations that they believe will lead to further humiliation. Nowhere to Hide describes how these disorders are manifested in the home and school setting, and, most importantly, offers a strength-based framework filled with many practical, realistic strategies that parents, teachers, and other professionals can use to help these youngsters become more competent, proactive, and resilient. Schultzs understanding and empathy for students with LD and ADHD as well as their parents and teachers are evident on every page of this easy-to-read book.

Robert Brooks, Ph.D., clinical psychologist and faculty member, Harvard Medical School; coauthor, Raising Resilient Children

Its been said that kids go to school for a living. It is their job, their livelihoodtheir entire identity. When you meet a school-aged child in your community, your first question inevitably is, Hi, Jason. Hows school? For 1015 percent of Americas kids, the answer to that question is, Well, not too good. These students fight the battle of learning disabilities and attention deficits every day. Through no fault or choice of their own, they become a daily source of puzzlement and frustration for the parents and teachers in their lives.

Enter Jerry Schultz. In his new book, Nowhere to Hide, Dr. Schultz brings his unparalleled experience, knowledge, background, and wisdom to this issue. He provides the reader with comprehensible explanations of the latest neurobiological research and translates it into practical strategies that parents and professional can use to assist these students in reaching their fullest potential.

By telling his story through the eyes of students he has evaluated, taught, and counseled, Jerry allows us a unique look at the day-to-day challenges faced by these kids and their families. His book will provide you with invaluable knowledge and insights that will assist you in delivering the quality services that these struggling students needand deserve.

Richard D. Lavoie, M.A., M.Ed., educational consultant and author, The Motivation Breakthrough and Its So Much Work to Be Your Friend

Copyright 2011 by Jerome J. Schultz. All rights reserved.

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Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication Data

Schultz, Jerome J.

Nowhere to hide : why kids with ADHD and LD hate school and what we can do about it / Jerome J. Schultz.1

p. cm.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

ISBN 978-0-470-90298-1 (hardback); ISBN 978-1-118-09170-8 (ebk); ISBN 978-1-118-09172-2 (ebk); ISBN 978-1-118-09173-9 (ebk)

1. Attention-deficit-disordered childrenEducationUnited States. 2. Hyperactive childrenEducationUnited States. 3. Learning disabled childrenEducationUnited States. 4. Classroom managementUnited States. 5. EducationParent participationUnited States. 6. Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorderUnited States. 7. Learning disabilitiesUnited States. I. Title.

LC4713.4.S44 2011

371.94dc23

2011017841

I dedicate this book to my five wonderful grandchildren David, Eli, Sophia, Ava, and Leah. These little miracles continue to enrich and expand my knowledge of child development, and the joy they give me is indescribable.