Name: What Your ADHD Child Wishes You Knew: Working Together to Empower Kids for Success in School and Life
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2018 Best Book Awards Winner in Parenting and Family

A 2018 Mom’s Choice Book Award Winner

A veteran psychologist presents a proven road map to help ADHD kids succeed in school and life

You’ve read all the expert advice, but despite countless efforts to help your child cope better and stay on track, you’re still struggling with everyday issues like homework, chores, getting to soccer practice on time, and simply getting along without pushback and power struggles.

What if you could work with your child, motivating and engaging them in the process, to create positive change once and for all? In this insightful and practical book, veteran psychologist Sharon Saline shares the words and inner struggles of children and teens living with ADHD – and a blueprint for achieving lasting success by working together.

Based on more than 25 years of experience counseling young people and their families, Dr. Saline’s advice and real-world examples reveal how parents can shift the dynamic and truly help kids succeed. Topics include:

Setting mutual goals that foster cooperation
Easing academic struggles
Tackling everyday challenges, from tantrums and backtalk to staying organized, building friendships, and more

With useful exercises and easy-to-remember techniques, you’ll discover a variety of practical strategies that really work, creating positive change that will last a lifetime.

37 reviews for What Your ADHD Child Wishes You Knew: Working Together to Empower Kids for Success in School and Life

Corey
Rated 5 out of 5
December 21, 2022
5.0 out of 5 stars Eye Opener!!
I have a son with ADHD. Recently he has become like another child. Angry, frustrated, sad, embarrassed. When I saw those signs I immediately started l...More
I have a son with ADHD. Recently he has become like another child. Angry, frustrated, sad, embarrassed. When I saw those signs I immediately started looking for help. As things progressed with him, I was getting no where as far as how to help him and was running on fumes trying to figure out what to do for myself and him. I’m a big reader and just happened to come across this book and boy am I happy I did. This book saved my relationship with my son. It has helped me know what to ask for with his school and how to speak to him about his ADHD, along with tons of advice and guidance. It’s still a long road ahead but this time I have a “roadmap” to how my sons brain works and how and why he does certain things etc. I’m gonna tell you- it isn’t easy. But when you stick to everything and just make some slight changes so your child can understand and not be afraid or embarrassed of his disorder… and that makes me happy. I recommend this book to any parent with a child who has ADHD. It has literally saved my relationship with my son but more importantly- my son is back to smiling and being himself again. I don’t know what I would have done without the help of this book.
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Edward O’donnell Jr.
Rated 5 out of 5
September 9, 2022
5.0 out of 5 stars Great read for those dealing with someone with ADHD
Great read to better understand folks that have ADHD. It helps put you in their shoes and see what they see, process how they process things.
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Shaunta Williams
Rated 5 out of 5
July 5, 2022
5.0 out of 5 stars Helpful Book
This book is great helping kids understand their ADHD. Any parent can follow it
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Melissa Schneider
Rated 5 out of 5
March 29, 2022
5.0 out of 5 stars SO helpful!
I wish I could give this book 10 stars. It has helped me to understand my little one so much better. The tips and insights in this book are priceless....More
I wish I could give this book 10 stars. It has helped me to understand my little one so much better. The tips and insights in this book are priceless. Thank you for writing this book, I am recommending it to anyone who thinks their child may be suffering from ADD/ ADHD or has been diagnosed already.
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Shana
Rated 5 out of 5
June 8, 2021
5.0 out of 5 stars Without question a game changer book. A must read.
My son has been diagnosed for almost a decade. We knew very early he had ADHD. I'm a nurse and coordinated a multidisciplinary care approach. I though...More
My son has been diagnosed for almost a decade. We knew very early he had ADHD. I'm a nurse and coordinated a multidisciplinary care approach. I thought I understood ADHD. After this book I realized just how much I didn't know. It was a game changer. I will be asking every adult in his life to read this. When I finish my nurse practitioner degree this year I will recommend it to patients without hesitation.
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Poolman499
Rated 5 out of 5
May 17, 2021
5.0 out of 5 stars Learned Lots!
I really enjoyed Reading the comments from the children with ADHD. It provided the proper prospective and brought life to the book.
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Martils Customer
Rated 5 out of 5
January 28, 2021
5.0 out of 5 stars I love this product!
Bought this to understand ADHD a little better. Worked great. Would definitely recommend!
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RissaFay88
Rated 5 out of 5
November 24, 2020
5.0 out of 5 stars Hits home even as an adult
Wish we had this when I was a child. Back in the late 80’s early 90’s it was not very common/popular as it is today. My mom and I are sharing the book...More
Wish we had this when I was a child. Back in the late 80’s early 90’s it was not very common/popular as it is today. My mom and I are sharing the book because I read slow and the more information she has the more she can try to connect better with me. I also bought my best friend a copy since she has never had an ADHD friend. This book is very helpful and beyond relatable. These stories and techniques are so expressive and helpful that it’s making my family and friend and myself see things in a different way. I’m almost convinced having ADHD isn’t a bad thing according to this book. It explains why our actions may be so OCD, anxious, always being told NO, why we can’t slow down with the snap of a finger. Especially, love the part explaining not being heard because that’s still a struggle with me. I highly recommend this book even for adults. I may have graduated and still in and out of college but it helps give you answers to why you do things a certain way and you process things compared to others. 5 plus stars if possible.
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Tcm
Rated 5 out of 5
November 16, 2020
5.0 out of 5 stars A must read for a parent dealing with ADHD
It’s like a tour inside my kids brain! Very interesting and enlightening it helped me deal and understand a LOT about him. Off course there are still...More
It’s like a tour inside my kids brain! Very interesting and enlightening it helped me deal and understand a LOT about him. Off course there are still chapters that don’t apply to a 5 year old (my son) but it gives us an insight of how it will probably be when he goes to school. I totally recommend it!
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Rated 5 out of 5
June 27, 2020
5.0 out of 5 stars all the important information you should know about your child with ADHD as a parent
I am a parent of two boys with ADHD. One of the many frustrations I have is with comments from family and teachers who do not understand these kids at...More
I am a parent of two boys with ADHD. One of the many frustrations I have is with comments from family and teachers who do not understand these kids at all. This book is such a great explanation of everything ADHD. secondly, it provides a simple, clear approach in five steps to address your child's common issues with ADHD. It also addresses problems in school, with electronics, friends, how to manage emotions, strategies for executive functioning difficulties. There is variety with how the information is presented, with quotes, stories, charts, cartoons, and diagrams to keep it interesting for the reader with different reading and learning styles, consistent the topic of the book! the information is evidence-based and there are many references and resources in the back of the book. A must-have resource! The author is so compassionate and is truly an asset to the ADHD world.
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Becky
Rated 5 out of 5
June 19, 2020
5.0 out of 5 stars struggling. Helpful
Very helpful and very personable from experiences that you can relate to! I highly recommend this if you are struggleing.
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KEiseberger
Rated 5 out of 5
June 7, 2020
5.0 out of 5 stars Every Parent Should Read This Book!!!
Every parent should be given this book when their child is diagnosed and then reread every couple of months! Every teacher, administrator, youth volun...More
Every parent should be given this book when their child is diagnosed and then reread every couple of months! Every teacher, administrator, youth volunteer should read this book as well. An amazing read - every time I read it I pick up something new to consider or have an ah-ha moment. I’ve read so many ADHD books to help raise my son to the best of my ability. This one I love because it has very practical, use immediately techniques and shares experiences you can immediately relate to and consider. So well written, easy to take in. I’ve bought two additional ones for friends whose little ones were recently diagnosed as “gifts”.
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Connie Katusak
Rated 5 out of 5
April 10, 2020
5.0 out of 5 stars Helpful guide for parents
Lots of useful information.
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Annette Hines
Rated 5 out of 5
February 24, 2020
5.0 out of 5 stars I Wish I Had This Book Sooner!
The five Cs were so helpful but I really liked compassion and the advice that I should have some for myself. Parenting in this day is not an easy task...More
The five Cs were so helpful but I really liked compassion and the advice that I should have some for myself. Parenting in this day is not an easy task, but parenting neurodiverse children is especially fraught with challenges. Dr. Saline is a godsend! Thank you for writing this book!
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Britt
Rated 5 out of 5
February 15, 2020
5.0 out of 5 stars Love this book
Amazing book. I like how they put what real kids think in there. Not just assumptions
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Kimberly Reichle
Rated 5 out of 5
February 4, 2020
5.0 out of 5 stars Good
This is a good read for anyone who works with ADHD- it is written to put it in the perspective of the child who has ADHD and proved a new insight on h...More
This is a good read for anyone who works with ADHD- it is written to put it in the perspective of the child who has ADHD and proved a new insight on how these kids are feeling
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Stephanie Locklear
Rated 5 out of 5
January 27, 2020
5.0 out of 5 stars Informative
This is a very interesting and informative book.
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Barbara
Rated 5 out of 5
January 22, 2020
5.0 out of 5 stars Very insightful
If you have a child with ADHD you should read this book
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ARP
Rated 5 out of 5
January 17, 2020
5.0 out of 5 stars Helpful
Good book very helpful!
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Katherine S
Rated 5 out of 5
January 16, 2020
5.0 out of 5 stars Really helpful
This book is easy to read and genuinely helpful. I love the balance of stories and interviews from real parents and children dealing with ADHD and sol...More
This book is easy to read and genuinely helpful. I love the balance of stories and interviews from real parents and children dealing with ADHD and solid professional advice. I read it and now my husband is reading it. We are applying the knowledge gained.
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Pinion
Rated 5 out of 5
January 16, 2020
5.0 out of 5 stars Must read!!!!!
Facts. Real patients. Tools. Validation. Hope.This frustrated, lost mom is very thankful for this book. I am learning. But I most immediately apprecia...More
Facts. Real patients. Tools. Validation. Hope.
This frustrated, lost mom is very thankful for this book. I am learning. But I most immediately appreciated the sense of validation I felt when reading passages that describe the craziness I feel in my own daily life. I feel like I have some control now that I have this book to formulate a game plan for helping my child and my family.
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David Foley
Rated 5 out of 5
November 17, 2019
5.0 out of 5 stars Helpful
Definitely a must read for parents with children with ADHD/ADD
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Martils Customer
Rated 5 out of 5
October 20, 2019
5.0 out of 5 stars Very Helpful!
This is an excellent book on how to work with your ADHD child or children. As a parent of two children with ADHD I found this book to be a very helpf...More
This is an excellent book on how to work with your ADHD child or children. As a parent of two children with ADHD I found this book to be a very helpful tool. It is written in a way that makes it very easy to follow. Use the five C’s to simplify your daily living with ADHD children.
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J. Wayshville
Rated 5 out of 5
July 19, 2019
5.0 out of 5 stars Best ADHD resource!
My 12 year old has ADHD. I read and listen to everything I can get my hands on in an attempt to understand and support my daughter in all areas of her...More
My 12 year old has ADHD. I read and listen to everything I can get my hands on in an attempt to understand and support my daughter in all areas of her life. This is by far the best resource I have come across. I wish I had it earlier in our journey. If you are a parent who has a child with ADHD this is a MUST read. Supports both child and parents. This is one to own- you will want to have it on hand to reference.
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Ashlee R. Walker
Rated 5 out of 5
May 22, 2019
5.0 out of 5 stars Book
Very good read. Helped me understand some issues with my child. It gave me some ideas on how to go about different situations
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D. Shetterly
Rated 5 out of 5
May 3, 2019
5.0 out of 5 stars An Outstanding and Helpful Book
I received a review copy of this book from Dr. Sharon Saline, and I will tell you that I was very impressed by her book. While I realized I was somew...More
I received a review copy of this book from Dr. Sharon Saline, and I will tell you that I was very impressed by her book. While I realized I was somewhat ignorant of what ADHD truly was, her book helped explain it in a real and practical manner where I learned something. Everything she shared including the examples helped me understand it better. The one thing I found in the book that really surprised me was some of the things she teaches are very similar to what I've learned in trauma healing. Maybe people with ADHD have a lot to teach the rest of us. I'm so thankful I came across her book and read it.
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Martils Customer
Rated 5 out of 5
May 2, 2019
5.0 out of 5 stars Great roadmap for counseling families
This book was recommended to me by another clinician for me to use with my own clients. I have found this book to provide a useful roadmap for counse...More
This book was recommended to me by another clinician for me to use with my own clients. I have found this book to provide a useful roadmap for counseling families who have kids with ADHD. Even if they do not, I still find these guidelines useful in facilitating a more peaceful, collaborative relationship between parent and child.
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MMWM
Rated 5 out of 5
March 21, 2019
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book on ADHD
Purchased to help us understand our son's ADHD and behavior issues. Really helped us to understand more of what is going on from his perspective. I hi...More
Purchased to help us understand our son's ADHD and behavior issues. Really helped us to understand more of what is going on from his perspective. I highly recommend this to any parents struggling to understand ADHD from their child's perspective along with actionable advice on how to focus and improve executive functions.
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Anthony
Rated 5 out of 5
March 15, 2019
5.0 out of 5 stars child centered vision
This beautifully written book delivers in offering a humane and healing tool kit for parents everywhere. ADHD kids will benefit from this charming boo...More
This beautifully written book delivers in offering a humane and healing tool kit for parents everywhere. ADHD kids will benefit from this charming book offering their parents a child centered vision of ADHD from their perspective.
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Steven Freemire
Rated 5 out of 5
February 23, 2019
5.0 out of 5 stars Invaluable "How To" Advice for Parents
As a family therapist, I see parents thirsting for concrete tools to help their kids. Many books about ADHD are full of worthwhile ideas; however, few...More
As a family therapist, I see parents thirsting for concrete tools to help their kids. Many books about ADHD are full of worthwhile ideas; however, few tell parents exactly HOW to put those ideas to work. Dr. Saline's book is an oasis in the desert for these parents. She gives practical, hands-on advice, telling parents exactly what to do and say to show understanding and provide effective guidance to their children. Her "5 C's" system is a simple yet powerful approach that parents can adopt. By starting with "Self-Control" as her first "C" she enables parents to tackle the way they get triggered emotionally. After applying the "Stop, Think and Act" directive first to themselves, they are better able to teach those same skills to their children. She not only explains to parents of ADHD children the importance of "Compassion, Consistency and Collaboration," but shows them exactly how to put those essential qualities into practice. Finally, her last "C", "Celebrating" our children, helps keeps parents focused on the positive qualities of their children and mindful of how best to show them our pride in them and admiration for them -- through noticing and commenting on small successes rather than blanket statements about how great they are. The book is a must for parents of children with ADHD, and Dr. Saline's advice on helping children deal with their strong emotions makes it a great resource for parents of any child. Finally, as a therapist I have started using Dr. Saline's advice to guide the parents with whom I work, and they are seeing measurable positive results from the tips I have provided.
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Abbie
Rated 5 out of 5
September 13, 2018
5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing tips written in a digestible way!
I'm busy – and I'm sure you are too. We have a child with ADHD and that's exhausting enough. Thank GOD I purchased this book, it's truly there to...More
I'm busy – and I'm sure you are too. We have a child with ADHD and that's exhausting enough. Thank GOD I purchased this book, it's truly there to help you. Easy to read and so easy to implement. Thank you so much for writing something like this! I feel like my family can finally breathe and relax (even if just for a second!) I've heard some of this before, but Dr. Saline goes in depth on techniques and emphasizes collaboration and persistence. SO KEY. I feel like I've been heard and my prayers have been answered. I would recommend this book 10x over.
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Ellen Goldsmith, LICSW
Rated 5 out of 5
August 11, 2018
5.0 out of 5 stars Presents Complex Material in Accessible Language
As a clinician and parent, I am thrilled with Dr. Saline’s new book. She has done a wonderful job of synthesizing complex material and presenting thi...More
As a clinician and parent, I am thrilled with Dr. Saline’s new book. She has done a wonderful job of synthesizing complex material and presenting this information in accessible language and most importantly with kindness, empathy, and smarts. Many parents struggle with understanding their child’s behavior and therefore have difficulty empathizing with them and feeling empowered to help them navigate the challenges they face. This book both offers a road map for parents and wonderful stories from the mouths of young people engaged in understanding their brains. I am particularly thrilled that she has offered very clear suggestions for parents and kids to help them create new patterns with their thinking, feeling and behaviors.
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Weaver
Rated 5 out of 5
August 10, 2018
5.0 out of 5 stars I Wish I'd Had This Book Earlier!
What a great book! As a parent of two ADHD children, I wish that I'd had it earlier. It makes sense of so much of my experience. I'm sure that many...More
What a great book! As a parent of two ADHD children, I wish that I'd had it earlier. It makes sense of so much of my experience. I'm sure that many parents will find the practical advice very helpful, but what really moved me was how it explained the ADHD brain and the subjective experience of children with ADHD. So many of the struggles and frustrations that I went through are illuminated here.

Also--the book is extremely readable, something for which I'm very grateful. I pretty much got through the whole thing in about two days

Finally, even though I found this book a little bit late, I have another child at home who does not have ADHD. I have to say that one of the beautiful things about the book is that the empathy and way of thinking that it fosters is extremely helpful to parents of all children. As I was reading through the chapters, I found myself thinking of my other child as well.
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Rated 5 out of 5
August 8, 2018
5.0 out of 5 stars Relationship Management: ADHD & Far Beyond
More than ‘What Your ADHD Child Wishes You Knew,” Dr. Saline’s exceedingly utilitarian book tell you/us deeply insightful lessons about relationship m...More
More than ‘What Your ADHD Child Wishes You Knew,” Dr. Saline’s exceedingly utilitarian book tell you/us deeply insightful lessons about relationship management that stretch far beyond the consternation of families and parents troubled by ADHD challenges. It’s already a classic because it provides so much value for conflict resolution not only with ADHD children but also between parents themselves for marital disputes, and reaches even into corporate halls with engagement patterns for balanced executive management. Through her sequence of insightful processes for dispute resolution, she reaches out from the page to embrace the reader for the larger picture of respect, compassion, trust, and negotiated solutions to build lasting, more workable relationships. It's a relationship wisdom-book with lessons we all "wish to know" and should be set as required reading for providers, parents, and anyone with management responsibilities.
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Martils Customer
Rated 5 out of 5
August 8, 2018
5.0 out of 5 stars Dr. Saline really cares about her readers
I thought this book had a great deal of fantastic advice for parents, but what was even more apparent was the deep feeling Dr. Saline clearly has for...More
I thought this book had a great deal of fantastic advice for parents, but what was even more apparent was the deep feeling Dr. Saline clearly has for her readers - incredible empathy for the kids and parents about whom she writes. I was honestly moved to tears in the last chapter as she was sending families on their way with kind words of understanding for what it’s really like to grapple day to day with the struggles of an ADHD family. This book is definitely worth a read.
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Laurie Ostendorf, Psy.D., ADHD specialist
Rated 5 out of 5
August 8, 2018
5.0 out of 5 stars Therapists working with ADHD kids and teens AND parents of kids and teens with ADHD, buy this book!!
As a professional specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of ADHD, I am heartened to read a book about ADHD that is practical, substantive, and en...More
As a professional specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of ADHD, I am heartened to read a book about ADHD that is practical, substantive, and engaging. Most people with ADHD can't sustain interest in books about ADHD. This one is different. Dr. Saline does an amazing job of weaving important scientifically based research and knowledge about ADHD with compassionate and effective strategies for helping kids and teens with ADHD thrive. From her clinical work, Dr. Saline clearly knows the psychological risk factors of low self-esteem, depression, and anxiety that can too often develop when kids with ADHD are misunderstood and parented from traditional models. I am hopeful that this will be a parenting guide that will make a difference for ADHD kids and their parents. As a parent of kids with ADHD, I know all too well, when our children are doing well, we breathe and sleep easier, and ANY help along the way is appreciated. While there are no easy answers, Dr. Saline offers practical help parents and kids need and hope that there is light at the end of the tumultuous tunnel. I highly recommend her book!!
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Erin Patterson
Rated 5 out of 5
August 7, 2018
5.0 out of 5 stars A must have for all parents with children with ADHD
With so many books out there now, I find it so hard to pick the right one that is clear, thoughtful, insightful, and packed full of easy to understand...More
With so many books out there now, I find it so hard to pick the right one that is clear, thoughtful, insightful, and packed full of easy to understand information for how to interact with kids with ADHD. (And honestly, what parents have a ton of time to read all those books?) Dr. Sharon Saline's book was everything I wanted and more. Her years of experience working with clients is evident with each chapter. I particularly love how this book highlights the perspective of the CHILD living with ADHD - something I feel we don't see often enough in literature. This is a must read for parents and an incredible resource for other professionals working with people with ADHD.
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