 You long suspected there was something unusual about your dog. The jumping, barking, chasing his tail… Now, a new book proves dogs have universally gone undiagnosed with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). ALL DOGS HAVE ADHD (September 2008, Jessica Kingsley Publishers, Hardcover, $14.95; ISBN: 978-1-84310-651-7; 72 pages) by Kathy Hoopmann, uses images and ideas from the canine world to help humans understand the traits and tendencies of children with ADHD.
Hoopmann’s previous book, All Cats Have Asperger Syndrome, was the Independent Publisher’s Winner of a Bronze Medal in the Moonbeam Childhood Wellness awards. An international special needs bestseller with over 50,000 copies in print since its release in 2006, All Cats earned the following praise:
“Adorable, funny, interesting photographs of cats are combined with simple, accurate information about Asperger Syndrome in this little gem.”
--MAAP Services for Autism and Asperger Syndrome Newsletter
“The practical and playful aspects of this book will appeal to a wide variety of readers.
-- Pet Gazette
Following the style of All Cats Have Asperger Syndrome, ALL DOGS HAVE ADHD uses charming color photographs to bring to life familiar ADHD characteristics such as being restless and excitable, getting easily distracted, and acting on impulse. It combines humor with understanding to reflect the difficulties and joys of raising a child with ADHD and celebrates what it means to be considered ‘different.’ Parents and teachers can use it as a wonderful tool for explaining the disorder to siblings, grandparents, and peers.
Kathy Hoopmann has written ten books for children and teens, which are published in Australia, the UK, the UAE and the USA. Her works have been translated into five languages. She is the author of the Asperger Adventure series for middle-grade readers: Blue Bottle Mystery, Of Mice and Aliens, and Lisa and the Lacemaker, as well as a young adult novel, Haze, all published by Jessica Kingsley Publishers. She became involved with Asperger children after her son was diagnosed with the disorder. Hoopman lives in Dubai, UAE with her husband and three children.
Jessica Kingsley Publishers specializes in producing accessible professional and academic books in the social and behavioral sciences. In 2007, Jessica Kingsley Publishers was named both the Academic & Professional Publisher of the Year and the overall Independent Publisher of the Year at the Independent Publishing Awards in London. The prizes coincide with Jessica Kingsley Publishers' 20th year as an independent company. Jessica Kingsley books are available worldwide through distributors, local bookstores and online bookstores. The company has offices in London and Philadelphia. More information can be found at www.jkp.com. |
