The Everything Parent's Guide to Children with OCD

Download or read book The Everything Parent's Guide to Children with OCD written by Stephen Martin and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2008-08-17 with total page 304 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: OCD can make a child’s life difficult, turning simple tasks like homework and chores into almost impossible challenges. A child with OCD may feel stressed, worried, and even inadequate. Parents who suspect their child is suffering from OCD—or parents of a child with an OCD diagnosis—can now rest. This helpful guide helps parents with many issues: recognize symptoms; get an accurate diagnosis; find the right doctor and therapist; develop strategies for tackling schoolwork; and decide on the right treatment. Parents will learn how to talk to a child about OCD and devise coping strategies for school, sports, friendships, and other everyday situations. Children with OCD can learn how to enjoy life—without all the worry!