Otto Learns about His Medicine: A Story about Medication for Children with ADHD

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Otto, a fidgety young car, has trouble paying attention in school, has trouble remembering important information, and is unable to listen long enough to learn how to drive. Otto and his parents visit a special mechanic who explains about &#34car medicine" that can help him control his behavior. This delightful story addresses the concerns felt by children who have been prescribed drugs to reduce hyperactive behavior.ABOUT THE AUTHOR:
Matthew Galvin, M.D., is Staff ...
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Overview

Otto, a fidgety young car, has trouble paying attention in school, has trouble remembering important information, and is unable to listen long enough to learn how to drive. Otto and his parents visit a special mechanic who explains about &#34car medicine" that can help him control his behavior. This delightful story addresses the concerns felt by children who have been prescribed drugs to reduce hyperactive behavior.ABOUT THE AUTHOR:
Matthew Galvin, M.D., is Staff Psychiatrist, Youth Services, Larue Carter Memorial Hospital, and Assistant Professor, Department of Psychiatry, Indiana University Medical Center, Indianapolis.

ILLUSTRATOR BIOGRAPHY: Sandra Ferraro is an illustrator living in Indianapolis.

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Otto Learns About His Medicine is an ideal vehicle for helping young children understand their difficulties.
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Product Details

  • ISBN-13: 9781557987716
  • Publisher: American Psychological Association
  • Publication date: 1/28/2001
  • Edition number: 3
  • Pages: 32
  • Sales rank: 542,537
  • Age range: 4 - 8 Years
  • Product dimensions: 8.20 (w) x 10.10 (h) x 0.40 (d)

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  • Anonymous

    Posted April 25, 2007

    Long

    I got this when my son was diagnosed and put on medicine. For a book for kids with ADHD it was long. To many details. It did not keep his attention. We still haven't made it through the entire book together. He really didn't care for it.

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