CHADD (Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder)

CHADD (Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of individuals with ADHD through education, advocacy, and support. It provides resources, support groups, and professional directories to help those affected by ADHD. CHADD also engages in policy advocacy, research, and public awareness campaigns. The organization offers publications, training, and community programs to promote understanding and management of ADHD. It maintains a network of chapters nationwide and collaborates with healthcare providers, researchers, and policymakers to advance ADHD awareness and treatment. Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (CHADD) is a leading organization dedicated to improving the lives of individuals with ADHD and their support networks. It provides education, advocacy, support services, and resources for children, adults, parents, educators, and professionals. CHADD promotes evidence-based treatments, offers training programs, hosts conferences, and maintains a comprehensive online presence including publications, webinars, and community engagement. The organization also collaborates with government agencies like the CDC, and upholds a mission to increase awareness, reduce stigma, and support research and policy development related to ADHD. CHADD is a leading patient advocacy organization dedicated to improving the lives of individuals affected by Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). The organization focuses on developing and distributing the first clinical diagnosis and treatment guidelines for adult ADHD in the United States, in partnership with the American Professional Society for ADHD and Related Disorders (APSARD) and the Adult ADHD Coalition. CHADD aims to address the significant gap in mental healthcare for adults with ADHD and ensure greater, more consistent access to care. They also develop and distribute an educational toolkit for healthcare providers and therapists based on these guidelines. CHADD offers a wealth of online resources and programs designed to support individuals across all life stages, including parents, caregivers, teens, children, educators, employers, and professionals. These include comprehensive toolkits on topics like Suicide Prevention for Youth with ADHD, ADHD and School During a Pandemic, ADHD & COVID-19 Resources, Diagnosis and Treatment of Children and Teens, and supporting Emerging Adults with ADHD. They provide educational materials, webinars, podcasts, articles, and online courses (Parent-to-Parent, Teacher-to-Teacher, Adult-to-Adult, Workplace Training, Continuing Education for Professionals) to help manage symptoms, enhance quality of life, and navigate challenges associated with ADHD. Additionally, CHADD engages in advocacy activities, public policy work, and maintains directories for professionals and ADHD centers, alongside online support communities and a specialist helpline.