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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...