CHADD
(Children and Adults with ADHD)
About CHADD
Mission, Vision, and Values Mission: To empower all people affected by ADHD through evidence-bas...
History
CHADD (Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder) was founded in 1987 by ...
About ADHD - Overview
Everybody can have difficulty sitting still, paying attention or controlling impulsive behavior o...
ADHD Data and Statistics
There are various sources for statistical information on ADHD. They include national surveys cond...
The Science of ADHD
Real Science Defines ADHD as Real Disorder Some of the most prestigious scientific-based organiz...
Diagnosing ADHD
There is no single test to diagnose ADHD. Therefore, a comprehensive evaluation is necessary to e...
Treatment of ADHD
Treating ADHD often requires medical, educational, behavioral and psychological intervention. Thi...
Carrying Your Medication
Carrying Your Medication Law enforcement officers pay attention to possible drug abuse, especial...
Complementary Treatment
Sometimes people look for treatments for attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) that the...
Coexisting Conditions
More than two-thirds of individuals with ADHD have at least one other coexisting condition. The s...
Professionals Who Diagnose and Treat ADHD
When seeking an evaluation or treatment for ADHD, it is important to see a qualified, licensed he...
ADHD Quick Facts: Finding a Professional to Diagnose and Treat ADHD
Questions to Ask Many healthcare professionals can diagnose ADHD: psychiatrists, pediatricians, ...
Insurance and Public Benefits
Because ADHD can pervade almost every aspect of an individual's life, many systems can come into ...
Frequently Asked Questions
Health Information Specialists at the National Resource Center on ADHD, a Program of CHADD, recei...
Myths and Misunderstandings
Evidence from research studies continue to dispel the myths and misunderstandings about ADHD. Her...
Glossary of Terms
Accommodations: Changes made to the learning environment curriculum in order to better serve chil...