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The treatment program outlined in this book is designed for use by a therapist who is familiar with cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT). The program helps adult clients with ADHD learn skills to help them cope with their symptoms. Core modules on organizing and planning, reducing distractibility, and adaptive thinking are included, as is an optional module on reducing procrastination. An informational meeting can also be included with a spouse, partner, or family member. The guide concludes with a discussion of how to help the client handle slips and maintain the gains made in treatment. This revised version of the therapist guide incorporates many changes from the first edition, including an enhanced discussion of how to incorporate technology into the treatment and new “signposts of change” sections in each chapter. ...Less

This client workbook is an accompaniment to the therapist guide for the second edition of Mastering Your Adult ADHD. The treatment and manuals are designed for clients to complete with the help of a therapist who is familiar with cognitive-behavioral therapy. The program helps adult clients with ADHD learn skills to help them cope with their ADHD symptoms. Core modules on organizing and planning, reducing distractibility, and adaptive thinking are included, as is an optional session on reducing procrastination. The book also provides information regarding holding an informational meeting with a spouse, partner, or family member. The workbook concludes with a discussion of how the client can maintain the gains made in treatment. This revised version of the client workbook incorporates many changes from the first edition, including an enhanced discussion of how to incorporate technology into the treatment and revised worksheets. ...Less

The treatment outlined in this therapist guide is intended for people suffering from depression and living with chronic illnesses. As a result of their poor health, many individuals who are chronically ill become depressed and fail to maintain steady self-care routines. Using this guide, therapists can help clients with chronic illnesses to develop core skills and techniques that will enable them to take better care of themselves. The program incorporates a unique Life-Steps module that teaches strategies for keeping up with their medical regimens, including tips for remembering to take medications, getting to medical appointments on time, and communicating effectively with medical providers. Based on the principles of CBT, this guide provides therapists with overviews of adherence behaviours for select illnesses including cancer, HIV, diabetes, and hypertension, among others. It covers adherence skills, integrated with cognitive and behavioural strategies for managing depression such as managing pleasurable activities, adaptive thinking, problem-solving, and relaxation training. The guide concludes with suggestions on how clients can manage their illnesses and avoid relapse into behaviours that worsen their medical condition. ...Less