Mindfulness for adult ADHD: a clinician's guide

"Mindfulness has emerged as a valuable component of treatment for adults with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). This concise manual presents an evidence-based group intervention specifically tailored to the needs of this population. The Mindful Awareness Practices for ADHD (MAPs) program helps participants cultivate self-regulation of attention, emotions, and behavior; awareness of ADHD challenges; self-acceptance; and self-compassion. With a stepwise teaching approach and meditation periods that are shorter than in other mindfulness programs, MAPs is designed to optimize learning. Included are step-by-step instructions for conducting the eight sessions, scripts for guided meditations, 33 reproducible handouts, and "Adaptation for Individual Therapy" boxes. Purchasers get access to a companion website where they can download printable copies of the handouts and audio recordings of the guided practices. Subject Areas/Key Words: attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, ADD, treating ADHD, meditation, body scan, audio downloads, mindfulness groups, treatments, psychotherapy, self-compassion, MBSR, MBCT, MAPs, mindfulness-based stress reduction, cognitive-behavioral therapy, CBT, teaching, awareness Audience: Clinical psychologists, psychiatrists, clinical social workers, counselors, and others who work with adults with ADHD"--