Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is one of the most common mental disorders affecting children. ADHD also affects many adults. Symptoms of ADHD include inattention (not being able to keep focus), hyperactivity (excess movement that is not fitting to the setting) and impulsivity (hasty acts that occur in the moment without thought).
Many ADHD symptoms, such as high activity levels, difficulty remaining still for long periods of time and limited attention spans, are common to young children in general. The difference in children with ADHD is that their hyperactivity and inattention are noticeably greater than expected for their age and cause distress and/or problems functioning at home, at school or with friends.
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Parent Guide to ADHD
Parent-friendly description of symptoms, deficits, signs to look for, diagnostic info, medication and behavioral treatment overview.
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Quick Facts on ADHD
Related to kids as well as adolescents.
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Behavioral Treatment for ADHD + Tips
Helpful tips included.
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Attention Deficit Disorder Association
National Association for people with ADD.
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Additudemag
Magazine for people with ADD.
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ADHD and Co-Morbidities Often Associated with ADHD
Reviews ADHD in adults and what diagnoses are often present.
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ADHD and Autism Co-Occurrence
Information on the co-occurrence of Autism and ADHD.
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Webinar Series for Parents: When You and Your Child have ADHD
Help for parents who also have ADH
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Parent to Parent Training
Webinars, courses and live training opportunities via parent-to-parent.
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Adult ADHD Support Group Online
Online support group/resource for adults with ADHD.
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Professional Directory
Look up professional providers in your area.
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Illinois ADHD Support Group
Support group for those with ADHD.
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Teaching and Instructional Strategies
Dated from 2004 but still seems to have quality information.
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Parent Packet: Identifying ADHD
Dated from 2004 but still seems to have quality information
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Sensory Processing Hub
A list of free downloads and resources related to sensory dysregulation.