Free Materials on ADHD

Partnership work

CHADD's National Resource Center on ADHD

CDC funds the National Resource Center on ADHD (NRC), a program of CHADD–Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder. Their web site has links to information for people with ADHD and their families.

The NRC also operates a helpline (1-866-200-8098) with trained staff to answer questions about ADHD.

About CHADD's National Resource Center on ADHD

The NRC offers information, education and consultation about assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and issues of health and well-being for children and adults with ADHD and their families.

ADHD Awareness Month

CHADD's ADHD Awareness Month campaign offers many ADHD resources that can be used and shared throughout the year.

Partner with CDC

CDC's ADHD Partner Toolkit is a collection of free resources that individuals and organizations can use and share to promote ADHD awareness in their communities. The toolkit features evidence-based web content, trainings, and communication strategies developed by CDC and its partners.

ADHD Partner Toolkit

Find and share ADHD resources using CDC's partner toolkit.

AAP PediaLink® Online Courses

The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) PediaLink® online courses—developed with support from CDC—can be accessed for free, and healthcare providers may also be eligible for continuing education credits (CEs) upon completion.

Explore these free AAP PediaLink® online courses on ADHD and other developmental disabilities.

Healthcare providers will learn more about:

• Identifying and managing ADHD
• Recognizing co-occurring conditions with ADHD
• Communicating and collaborating with families and schools

Free ADHD AAP PediaLink® Online Course Series

Tips and resources to effectively identify and diagnose ADHD, address co-occurring conditions, and collaborate with families and schools.

Free Child Development and Disability AAP PediaLink® Online Courses

Access free AAP PediaLink® courses on ADHD and other developmental disabilities.

More information

Fact Sheets 📄

What is ADHD?

Information on ADHD and where to find additional resources.

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ADHD Behavior Therapy

Overview of behavior therapy training for parents with younger and older children with ADHD.

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Fact sheets about ADHD

Fact sheets to keep everyone up to date on new developments in research, treatments and successful strategies for children and adults with ADHD.

National Institute of Mental Health

Information for adults and for children and teens about ADHD symptoms, diagnosis, causes, treatment, and resources.

Podcasts & Webinars 🎧

Podcasts

"Ask the NRC" Podcast

Listen to this podcast series by NRC on a variety of topics for anyone dealing with ADHD.

CHADD's Pocket MD Podcast Series

A learning platform helping to prepare healthcare providers to diagnose, treat, and manage ADHD in children and adults.

Webinars

Webinars & Ask the Expert

The NRC hosts regular webinars with leading experts in the field of ADHD.

Infographics 🖼️

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Infographics are a way to visually tell a story about data and evidence-based findings. These can be helpful for learning and sharing information with others.

Infographic: ADHD Behavior Therapy Training for Parents

Parents typically attend 8-16 sessions with a therapist and learn strategies to help their child.

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Infographic: What Parents Learn in Behavior Therapy

Learning behavior therapy requires time and effort, but can have lasting benefits for everyone.

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Videos 📺

CHADD's YouTube Channel

This channel features expert-led discussions, practical education, and trusted resources to support understanding, identification, and effective management of ADHD across the lifespan.

Children's Mental Disorders: A Journey for Parents and Children‎

Meet two families and hear about their experiences living with ADHD and Tourette syndrome.

"Is it ADHD?" in ASL

Learn about symptoms of ADHD, how ADHD is diagnosed, and treatment recommendations.