Suffer the Children: The Case Against Labeling and Medicating and an Effective Alternative

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Focusing on the alarming rise of ADHD and psychiatric diagnoses among children, the book offers an alternative to medication by advocating for child-focused family therapy. Marilyn Wedge, a seasoned family therapist, shares patient stories and emphasizes that children's troubling behaviors are often responses to their relationships rather than biological disorders. She provides creative strategies for parents seeking to address their child's issues without resorting to labels or drugs, highlighting the potential for positive change through therapeutic intervention.