The Hyperactivity Hoax

by Sydney Walker

Editorial Reviews
Book Description
Each year, millions of children take Ritalin, which means thousands of doctors are diagnosing them with hyperactivity or ADD. But what do these diagnoses mean; are drugs the answer for these illnesses; and most importantly, is your child getting the proper treatment for his or her problem?
In THE HYPERACTIVITY HOAX, neuropsychiatrist Dr. Sydney Walker cogently explores the medical minefield of hyperactivity and helps parents arrive at safe, effective answers for their children, without unnecessarily drugging them with potentially dangerous mind-altering medicine. Included in his in-depth guide book is:
--How to determine if your child needs medical help
--How to find a good doctor, a real diagnosis, and effective treatment
--How to assert yourself when talking to doctors and school officials
--How to evaluate both traditional and alternative approaches to treating hyperactivity and ADD
--And much more invaluable information in caring for your child's health
A MYTH-SHATTERING BOOK NO PARENT CAN AFFORD TO MISS!

From the Publisher
"His mission is to embolden families to say 'no' to the Ritalin fad." --Marilyn Chase, The Wall Street Journal "Dr. Walker's book is must reading for parents who want real solutions for their children--not just 'wastebasket' labels such as hyperactivity and ADD. I recommend it highly to parents--and their doctors." --Bernard Rimland, Ph.D., Director, Autism Research Institute
"Walker, director of the Southern California Neuropsychiatric Institute, makes a dramatic case against the widespread use of the drug Ritalin to treat hyperactive children, [pointing] a finger at hurried doctors who treat symptoms without identifying underlying causes." --Publishers Weekly
"Finally someone breaks the myth about hyperactivity....Not only does it clearly show that hyperactivity is a professional excuse for medical incompetence, but it gives parents a real action plan for helping their children. It's about time an esteemed physician spoke out. Bravo, Sydney Walker." --Charles Inlander, President, People's Medical Society

About the Author
Sydney Walker, III, M.D., is a board-certified neuropsychiatrist, Director of the Southern California Neuropsychiatric Institute, and founder of Behavioral Neurology International. His other books include Help for the Hyperactive Child, Psychiatric Signs and Symptoms Due to Medical Problems, and A Dose of Sanity.

Somethings to concider., July 12, 2000
Reviewer: A reader from Sterling Hts., MI United States
Dr. Walker's book brought out many things every parent should consider before they consider medication. Lead poisoning, mercury fillings, and worms are just a few. He also listed were these things may be found in our enviroments. This was paticularly helpful since we, my wife and I, did not take all of our activities into account when evaluating toxic substances. This book was easy to read and very informative. Thank you Dr. Walker. --This text refers to the Mass Market Paperback edition.

Very simple answers to a complicated problem January 23, 1999
Reviewer: A reader from USA:
My husband and I have 3 children who are ADD, this little book has helped us so much that I would highly recommend reading and following the authors suggestions.

If you think your child might be ADD, read this book!, April 7, 2000
Reviewer: A reader from Troy, Michigan
This book is for anyone who thinks their child might have ADHD. It gives strong arguments for not using Ritalin, but even more importantly, gives wonderful insight into other causes of your child's behaviors and common sense alternatives to Ritalin use. A great resource for anyone concerned about their active child!

The Most Important Book A Parent Should Read, February 8, 2000
Reviewer: Tonya (see more about me) from OHIO
I can not believe how much information was in this book! I am a parent who is an extreme skeptic when it comes to this whole ADD "fad" and this book gave me the information and the courage to question what exactly teachers and doctors are asking to do to my child. I am interested in knowing if there are parents out there who have read this book or who feel the same as I about this whole "hoax". Please e-mail me as I am looking for other parent's support on this issue. twalden1017@hotmail.com

This book is a "must read"., October 19, 1999
Reviewer: vs88@yahoo.com from Mertztown, PA
If you are at all concerned about medicating your ADD or ADHD child, you must read this book for an excellent, well-organized approach to finding out what is REALLY wrong with your child. Don't buy your child a life-long drug prescription for amphetamines based on a 15-minute evaluation by a provider who doesn't give your child a comprehensive physical examination. This book is a fast read with a lot of superior advice.