ADHD Support Resources
Good ADHD support exists, and we have gathered some of it here. A thoughtful selection of organizations, books and videos that may offer new or additional insights.
(Disclaimer: We are not affiliated with, sponsored by, or financially compensated by any of the sources listed)
Recommended Organizations
Attention Deficit Disorder Association (ADDA)
US Non-profit-Organization
The Attention Deficit Disorder Association (ADDA) is the world’s largest organization dedicated exclusively to helping adults with ADHD to live better lives.
(add.org)
CHADD
US non-profit-Organization
CHADD (Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder) is a non-profit organization that advocates for the legal rights of individuals with ADHD.
(chadd.org)
ADHD UK
registered charity
ADHD UK was founded in 2020 with a mission to help those affected by ADHD – either those that have the condition or people close to them.
(adhduk.co.uk)
ADHD-Europe
European umbrella organisation
ADHD-Europe is an European umbrella organisation which represents self-support patient ADHD advocacy NGOs withhin Europe.
(adhdeurope.eu)
Recommended Books
Taking Charge of Adult ADHD
Ph.D. Barkley, Russell A.
If you're among the millions of adults with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), you need the latest facts about the disorder and its treatment.
(ISBN: 978-1462546855)
Executive Functions
Ph.D. Barkley, Russell A.
This groundbreaking book offers a comprehensive theory of executive functioning (EF) with important clinical implications.
(ISBN: 978-1462545933)
Delivered from Distraction
EDWARD M. HALLOWELL, M.D., AND JOHN J. RATEY, M.D.
In 1994, Driven to Distraction sparked a revolution in our understanding of attention deficit disorder. Widely recognized as the classic in the field, the book has sold more than a million copies.
(ISBN: 978-0345442314)
You Mean I'm Not Lazy, Stupid or Crazy?!
KATE KELLY AND PEGGY RAMUNDO
A revised and updated edition of the classic self-help book that has served as a lifeline to the millions of adults who have ADHD.
(ISBN: 978-0743264488)
Organizing Solutions for People with ADHD
Susan C. Pinsky
Organizing Solutions for People with ADHD, 3rd Edition offers cutting-edge strategies for anyone who wants to improve their physical space, time management, and peace of mind.
(ISBN: 978-0996750899)
Laziness Does Not Exist
Devon Price, Ph.D.
Like many Americans, Dr. Devon Price believed that productivity was the best way to measure self-worth. Laziness Does Not Exist explores the psychological underpinnings of the "laziness lie".
(ISBN: 978-1982140113)
How to ADHD
Jessica McCabe
The creator of the YouTube channel How to ADHD shares hard-won insights and everyday strategies that help her thrive in this accessible and shame-free guide to working with, understanding, and celebrating
the ADHD brain.
(ISBN: 978-1805221258)
Your Brain's Not Broken
Tamara Rosier, PhD
Strategies for navigating your emotions and life with ADHD. For neurodivergent men and women or parents of ADHD children.
(ISBN: 978-0800739423)
Recommended Videos
How to Manage Your Time With Eric Tivers
by how to ADHD
Since sleep is important, Eric Tivers joins the channel from Jessica McCabe to talk about how to manage time in a way that's...well, less scary.
(Duration 7:44)
ADHD and Motivation
By How to ADHD
Motivation is one of the biggest challenges most ADHDers face. This video from Jessica McCabe is all about how to fix the motivation bridge.
(Duration 7:05)
Failing at Normal: Jessica McCabe
by TEDx Talks
Jessica McCabe tells us the story of her life. Once a gifted child with bright future, who later lives a life of a constant failures, because one thing - her ADHD diagnosis.
(Duration 17:12)
ADHD & Time Blindness
By Russell Barkley, PhD
ADHD is among the worst disorders one can have when it comes to deficits in time management.
(Duration 18:35)
The biggest challenges of adult ADHD
by understood
Why does ADHD make emotions so intense and why is it so hard to finish things? Psychologist Dr. Kristin Carothers explains how ADHD affects emotional regulation, motivation, and follow-through in adults.
(Duration 7:53)
What Makes ADHD in Women Different
by HealthyGamerGG
According to Dr. Alok Kanojia ADHD in women often goes undiagnosed due to differences in symptoms compared to men. Societal expectations and hormonal influences, leading to significant challenges.
(Duration 39:24)
What Is ADHD?
by understood
Thomas E. Brown, PhD, discusses ADHD diagnosis, ADHD symptoms, available ADHD treatment options, and ADHD medication.
(Duration 28:14)
Owning Your ADHD
By Russell Barkley, PhD
This short video addresses one of the most important topics in coming to terms with and seeking treatment for ADHD - ownership of the disorder.
(Duration 14:44)
