Information Sources

There are many sources of good information regarding ADD/ADHD on the internet. Not all sites that come up will be reputable. Please use your own best judgement when searching the internet.

We have assembled some links to help you get started.

 

CHADD (Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder) is the nation's leading non-profit organization serving individuals with AD/HD and their families. CHADD has over 16,000 members in 200 local chapters throughout the U.S. Chapters offer support for individuals, parents, teachers, professionals, and others. More about CHADD. (Link: http://www.chadd.org)

Other CHADD affiliates in the region:

South King County CHADD - Renton, WA
CHADD Blue Mountian Support Group - Walla Walla, WA
Okanogan County Satellite - Omak, WA
Portland Metro CHADD - Portland, OR
Hillsboro Satellite - Hillsboro, OR

Go to www.CHADD.org and click on the Finding Support link.

The National Resource Center on AD/HD (NRC): A Program of CHADD (Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder), was established in 2002 to be the national clearinghouse for the latest evidence-based information on AD/HD. The NRC provides comprehensive information and support to individuals with AD/HD, their families and friends, and the professionals involved in their lives. More about NRC. (Link: http://help4ADHD.org)

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The Attention Deficit Disorder Association (ADDA) is an international organization that has been in existence since 1989. The mission of ADDA is to provide information, resources and networking to adults with AD/HD and to the professionals who work with them. In doing so, ADDA generates hope, awareness, empowerment and connections worldwide in the field of AD/HD. Bringing together scientific perspectives and the human experience, the information and resources provided to individuals and families affected by AD/HD and professionals in the field focuses on diagnoses, treatments, strategies and techniques for helping adults with AD/HD lead better lives. More about ADDA. (Link: http://www.add.org)

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Washington State Fathers Network (www.fathersnetwork.org) offers information and support to fathers as well as other family members of children with all types of disabilities, including ADHD and co-existing disorders.

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If you have a great source for information related to ADD/ADHD please send us a note.

CHADD does not endorse, recommend, or make recommendations with respect to the research,
services, medication, treatments or products represented on the Web site.

The information on the CHADD Web site is provided with the understanding that the organization is not engaged in rendering medical or legal advice or recommendations. You should not rely on any information on the Web site to replace consultations with qualified health care or legal professionals to meet your individual needs. References to any treatment or therapy option, or to any program, service or treatment do not constitute an official endorsement by CHADD. Parents and professionals are encouraged to fully investigate treatment options and providers that may be most appropriate for a specific individual.

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