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ADD/ADHD Organizations and Support Groups
ADHD Support
Website provides information about ADHD, parenting, adult ADHD, and education.
American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry (AACAP)
Professional medical association dedicated to treating and improving the quality of life for individuals affected by mental, behavioral, or developmental disorders.
American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP)
Professional site with parent information.
American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP)
Dedicated to the health of all children.
American Psychological Association (APA)
A professional organization that represents psychology in the US.
Attention Deficit Disorder Association (ADDA)
A leading adult ADHD organization.
Attention Deficit Disorder Resources
Educational resources on ADHD.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
Part of the Department of Health and Human Services. Works to protect people’s health and safety and provide reliable health information.
Children and Adults with ADHD (CHADD)
A national advocacy organization for individuals with ADHD. CHADD also organizes local chapters for information and support.
Learning Disabilities Association of America (LDA)
Leading resource for information on learning disabilities.
My ADHD.com
Provides information, tools, and support for people with ADHD.
National Alliance for the Mental Illness (NAMI)
Advocacy organization for those affected by mental illness. Group also provides information and support.
National Center for Girls and Women with ADHD
Promotes awareness, advocacy, and research on ADD/ADHD in women and girls.
National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH)
Largest scientific organization in the world dedicated to research focused on the understanding, treatment, and prevention of mental disorders and the promotion of mental health.
National Mental Health Information Center (SAMHSA)
US Department of Health and Human Services, Substance and Mental Health Services Administration.
National Resource Center on ADHD (NRC)
A national ADHD information resource center. NRC is a program of CHADD.
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