A Family's Quest for Rhythm: Living with Tourette, ADD, OCD & Challenging Behaviors

A Family's Quest for Rhythm: Living with Tourette, ADD, OCD & Challenging BehaviorsWhen their youngest child, Matthew, was diagnosed with Tourette syndrome, ADD and OCD, Kathy and Tony Giordano tried everything they could think of to alleviate Matts severe symptoms and significant behavior issues. But once they discovered their sons undeniable talent for drumming, the Giordanos began to focus on Matts abilities instead of only on his difficulties. In this no holds barred memoir, the Giordanos discuss Matts intense childhood symptoms

When their youngest child, Matthew, was diagnosed with Tourette syndrome, ADD and OCD, Kathy and Tony Giordano tried everything they could think of to alleviate MattÕs severe symptoms and significant behavior issues. But once they discovered their sonÕs undeniable talent for drumming, the Giordanos began to focus on MattÕs abilities instead of only on his difficulties.

In this no-holds-barred memoir, the Giordanos discuss MattÕs intense childhood symptoms and the familyÕs feelings of isolation and blame. Kathy shares her desperate search for an answer and struggle to keep her family intact, while Tony tells the story of a frustrated yet determined father. Matt reflects on his difficult childhood and provides tips for parents of children with similar obstacles, plus explains the critical support that allowed him to start his company, Drum Echoes, Inc.