Resources

Here are helpful organizations, communities, tools, and information to support your ADHD journey. Whether you're newly diagnosed, exploring treatment options, or looking for community, these resources can help.

Major ADHD Organizations

Trusted national organizations with research-backed information and support:

CHADD (Children and Adults with ADHD) ADDitude Magazine National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) CDC - ADHD Information Understood.org - ADHD & Learning

Support Communities

Connect with others who have ADHD. Online communities provide peer support, advice, and understanding:

r/ADHD (Reddit Community) ADDitude Support Groups CHADD Local Chapters & Support Groups HealthUnlocked - ADHD Community Facebook ADHD Support Groups

Finding Professional Help

Resources for locating doctors, therapists, and ADHD specialists:

CHADD - Find a Professional Psychology Today - Find a Therapist ADHD Clinics Directory American Psychiatric Association - Find a Psychiatrist

Educational & Medical Resources

In-depth, research-based information about ADHD:

PubMed - Peer-Reviewed Research HelpGuide - ADHD Information Mayo Clinic - ADHD Guide Healthline - ADHD Articles

Productivity & Organization Apps

Tools to help manage time, tasks, and daily life with ADHD:

Todoist - Task Management Notion - All-in-One Workspace Microsoft To Do Google Calendar Forest App - Focus Timer Toggl Track - Time Tracking Focusmate - Virtual Co-working

Meditation & Mental Health Apps

Apps for managing stress, anxiety, and emotional regulation alongside ADHD:

Headspace - Meditation & Sleep Calm - Mindfulness & Relaxation Talkspace - Online Therapy BetterHelp - Online Counseling 7 Cups - Free Emotional Support

ADHD Coaching & Structured Programs

Professional ADHD coaching and structured programs for skill-building:

ADHD Coaching Institute ADDitude - Coaching Directory Canadian ADHD Coaching Assoc.

Books About ADHD

Recommended books for understanding and managing ADHD:

For General Understanding:

- "Driven to Distraction" by Ned Hallowell & John Ratey

- "The ADHD Workbook" by Ari Tuckman

- "A Radical Guide for Women with ADHD" by Sari Solden

For Teens & Young Adults:

- "The Thriving Adolescent" by Ned Hallowell

- "Answers to Distraction" by Ned Hallowell & John Ratey

For Parents:

- "The ADHD Parenting Handbook" by Elaine Taylor-Klaus

- "ADHD 2.0" by Ned Hallowell & John Ratey

School Accommodations & Legal Rights

Information about IEPs, 504 plans, and educational rights:

Understood - IEPs Explained EEOC - Disability Rights (504 Plans) Understood - School Accommodations Disability Rights Education & Defense Fund

Workplace Accommodations & Career Resources

Information about ADA accommodations and ADHD-friendly careers:

EEOC - Workplace Accommodations (ADA) Understood - Workplace & ADHD ADDitude - Career Advice

Exercise & Physical Activity

Resources for using movement to manage ADHD:

Verywell Mind - Exercise & ADHD Fitbit - Fitness Tracking Peloton - Home Workouts

Crisis & Emergency Support

If you're in crisis or having thoughts of self-harm, please reach out immediately:

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (Call or Text 988) Crisis Text Line (Text HOME to 741741) NAMI - Mental Health Support

You are not alone. Help is available 24/7.

More Information

Questions about ADHD? These sites have helpful FAQs and detailed information:

ADHD.org PsychCentral - ADHD Verywell Mind - ADHD

A Note on Resources

This list is just a starting point. Everyone's ADHD journey is different. Explore these resources, see what resonates with you, and build your own support system. Whether it's online communities, apps, books, or professional help—there are people and tools ready to support you.

You don't have to figure this out alone.