ADHD isn't just about being easily distracted or having lots of energy. It's a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects your ability to pay attention, control impulsive behaviors, and manage activity levels. While often diagnosed in childhood, many adults live with undiagnosed ADHD.
ADHD is characterized by persistent patterns of inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity that interfere with daily functioning. There are three types: predominantly inattentive, predominantly hyperactive-impulsive, and combined type.
About 8.4% of children and 2.5% of adults have ADHD, though many adults remain undiagnosed. It affects all genders, though boys are more frequently diagnosed in childhood. Girls often have inattentive symptoms that go unrecognized.
Recognizing symptoms is the first step toward getting help. Not everyone experiences all symptoms.
ADHD is a complex condition with no single cause. Current research points to:
Effective treatments are available. Many people benefit from a combination of approaches.
Medications like methylphenidate and amphetamines are most effective for managing ADHD symptoms. Despite the name, they help people with ADHD focus and control impulses.
Options like atomoxetine or guanfacine work differently than stimulants and may be prescribed when stimulants aren't suitable or effective.
Teaches strategies for managing symptoms, organizing tasks, and developing better habits. Particularly important for children and helpful for adults too.
ADHD coaches help adults develop systems for time management, organization, and achieving goals.
Regular exercise, adequate sleep, healthy diet, and structured routines can significantly improve symptom management.
These strategies can help you manage symptoms and improve your quality of life.
ADHD makes these skills challenging, but systems and tools can help:
Learning to pause before acting helps avoid regrettable decisions:
While ADHD makes sustained attention difficult, these strategies help:
Supporting someone with ADHD means understanding their brain works differently, not that they're lazy or don't care.
"I know ADHD makes this challenging. How can I help?"
"What support would be useful for you right now?"
"I notice you seem frustrated. Want to talk about it?"
"What strategies have been working well for you lately?"
adults worldwide have ADHD
of ADHD is attributed to genetics
of children with ADHD continue to have symptoms as adults
of people with ADHD have at least one other mental health condition
Recovery is possible with the right support and treatment. If you're struggling, please reach out to a mental health professional or call 988 for immediate support.
This information is for educational purposes and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
ADHD isn't just about being easily distracted or having lots of energy. It's a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects your ability to pay attention, control impulsive behaviors, and manage activity levels. While often diagnosed in childhood, many adults live with undiagnosed ADHD.
ADHD is characterized by persistent patterns of inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity that interfere with daily functioning. There are three types: predominantly inattentive, predominantly hyperactive-impulsive, and combined type.
About 8.4% of children and 2.5% of adults have ADHD, though many adults remain undiagnosed. It affects all genders, though boys are more frequently diagnosed in childhood. Girls often have inattentive symptoms that go unrecognized.
Recognizing symptoms is the first step toward getting help. Not everyone experiences all symptoms.
ADHD is a complex condition with no single cause. Current research points to:
Effective treatments are available. Many people benefit from a combination of approaches.
Medications like methylphenidate and amphetamines are most effective for managing ADHD symptoms. Despite the name, they help people with ADHD focus and control impulses.
Options like atomoxetine or guanfacine work differently than stimulants and may be prescribed when stimulants aren't suitable or effective.
Teaches strategies for managing symptoms, organizing tasks, and developing better habits. Particularly important for children and helpful for adults too.
ADHD coaches help adults develop systems for time management, organization, and achieving goals.
Regular exercise, adequate sleep, healthy diet, and structured routines can significantly improve symptom management.
These strategies can help you manage symptoms and improve your quality of life.
ADHD makes these skills challenging, but systems and tools can help:
Learning to pause before acting helps avoid regrettable decisions:
While ADHD makes sustained attention difficult, these strategies help:
Supporting someone with ADHD means understanding their brain works differently, not that they're lazy or don't care.
"I know ADHD makes this challenging. How can I help?"
"What support would be useful for you right now?"
"I notice you seem frustrated. Want to talk about it?"
"What strategies have been working well for you lately?"
adults worldwide have ADHD
of ADHD is attributed to genetics
of children with ADHD continue to have symptoms as adults
of people with ADHD have at least one other mental health condition
Recovery is possible with the right support and treatment. If you're struggling, please reach out to a mental health professional or call 988 for immediate support.
This information is for educational purposes and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.