ADHD Resources & Support Directory
A practical starting list for ADHD education, peer support, professional directories, and crisis help.
There is a lot of ADHD information online, and not all of it is useful. This page keeps the list focused: public-health sources, established nonprofits, directories, and questions to ask before scheduling support.
Last updated: October 2024
Immediate Crisis Support
If you or someone you know is in crisis, these services provide immediate, confidential help 24/7:
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988
Free, confidential support available 24/7 for anyone in emotional distress or suicidal crisis
Crisis Text Line
Text HOME to 741741
Connect with a trained crisis counselor via text message, available 24/7
SAMHSA National Helpline
1-800-662-HELP (4357)
Free, confidential support and referral information available 24/7 in English and Spanish
Leading ADHD Organizations
These nonprofit organizations provide education, advocacy, and community support:
CHADD (Children and Adults with ADHD)
A long-running nonprofit serving people with ADHD and their families. Offers local chapters, support groups, educational webinars, an annual conference, and Attention magazine.
Visit CHADDADDitude Magazine
Digital resource with articles, webinars, downloadable tools, and community forums. Useful for practical ideas, though readers should still check medical claims against primary sources.
Visit ADDitudeADDA (Attention Deficit Disorder Association)
Dedicated specifically to adults living with ADHD. Provides virtual support groups, educational programming, an annual conference, and resources for navigating workplace and relationship challenges.
ADHD Coaches Organization (ACO)
Professional association for certified ADHD coaches. Their directory helps you find qualified coaches who specialize in practical strategies for time management, organization, and goal achievement.
Research & Educational Resources
Good places to start when you want source-based ADHD information:
National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH)
Research-based information on ADHD, including symptoms, support options, and current studies.
NIMH ADHD ResourcesCenters for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
Public-health information, practical toolkits for families and educators, and background statistics.
CDC ADHD InformationAmerican Academy of Pediatrics
Provides guidance for families and professionals, especially related to children and adolescents.
American Psychiatric Association
Provides educational information about mental health topics and professional resources.
Finding Qualified ADHD Specialists
If you choose to talk with a professional, these common roles can help in different ways:
Psychiatrists
Medical doctors who can evaluate attention-related concerns and discuss a range of support options. Some also provide therapy or coordinate care.
Find via: CHADD Professional Directory, Psychology Today (filter by ADHD specialty)
Psychologists
Doctoral-level professionals (PhD or PsyD) who can provide assessments and skills-based therapy. They don’t prescribe.
Find via: Psychology Today, CHADD directory, state psychological associations
ADHD Coaches
Trained professionals who help build practical systems for time management, organization, and goal achievement.
Find via: ADHD Coaches Organization directory (adhdcoaches.org)
Support Groups and Communities
Peer support can reduce isolation and provide practical ideas. It should complement, not replace, professional guidance when symptoms are significantly affecting life:
CHADD Local Chapters
Chapters nationwide offer in-person support groups for adults with ADHD and parents of children with ADHD. Many also host virtual meetings.
Search for chapters at chadd.org
ADDA Virtual Groups
Online support groups for adults, facilitated by volunteers. Helpful for shared experience and practical strategies.
Current schedule available at add.org
Online Peer Communities
Large peer communities can offer lived-experience support and practical tips. They are not a substitute for professional assessment or individualized advice.
Peer support complements other forms of support
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