Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder

Healthy Minds - Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

  • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
    Experts bring us the latest in symptoms, causes and treatments of ADHD, while parents and teachers talk about ways of coping and getting help.
  • The National Resource Center on AD/HD

    The National Resource Center on AD/HD: A Program of CHADD is the nation's clearinghouse for science-based information about all aspects of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (AD/HD). Funded through a cooperative agreement with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the NRC provides information on this disorder which affects how millions of children and adults function on a daily basis. The NRC was created to meet the information needs of professionals and the general public

    Medications Typically Used to Treat ADD/ADHD

    A comparative chart on current medications used in the treatment of ADHD/ADD. Follow the link for the most current version. ADHD Medication Chart

    ADD and ADHD Links

    ADHD Behavioral Checklist
    A short ADHD-related checklist to talk to a therapist about when going to an appointment.

    ADHD : Interventions for Elementary School Children with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

    ADHD in School : Classroom Interventions for Junior High School and High School Teenagers

    ADDitude online
    Welcome to ADDitude online: Information and inspiration for adults and children with ADHD and learning disabilities since 1999.

    ADD ADHD Resources and Articles for Parents and Families
    Links to three great articles for parents of ADD ADHD teenagers and children. Parenting a child of any age with Attention Deficit Disorder is hard, so we hope that these brief articles with give you some encouragement for the days ahead.

    Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder
    Individuals and families dealing with AD/HD turn to CHADD, the national organization representing individuals with AD/HD, for education, advocacy and support.

    Fact Sheet on ADHD
    From the National Institute of Mental Health

    My ADD Child
    It is important to understand the different types, or styles, of ADHD. Doing so allows you to target your treatment strategy and get the results you want sooner, easier, more efficiently.

    Parenting Articles and Topics
    A variety of questions and answers for parenting a child with ADD/ADHD

    Parent Resources for the ADHD Child
    Maximizing Your Child's Performance in School

    The Source for ADD and ADHD Information
    Welcome to the ADD & ADHD resource place. You will find information on both child and adult attention deficit disorders and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder here. Learn the ADD and ADHD symptoms and how to test for them and discover the latest natural treatments and pharmaceutical medications and medicines.

    Quality ADHD/ADD Information, Resources, Support and Help
    Attention Deficit Disorder Resources is a national non-profit organization that helps people with ADD or ADHD achieve their full potential through education, support and networking opportunities.

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