National Health Council — Voluntary Health Agency Guide

CHADD

CHADD (Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder) is the nation's leading non-profit organization serving individuals with AD/HD and their families. Founded in 1987, CHADD has over 200 local chapters offering support for individuals, parents, teachers, professionals, and others. CHADD is a membership organization, produces the bi-monthly Attention! magazine (for members), and sponsors an annual international conference. The National Resource Center on AD/HD: A Program of CHADD, is the CDC-funded national clearinghouse for evidence-based information about AD/HD. Contact information for all local chapters is available online or through the National Resource Center.

About the condition(s):

Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (AD/HD) is one of the most common neurobehavioral disorders. It is usually first diagnosed in childhood and often persists into adulthood. AD/HD is a chronic disorder that can negatively impair many aspects of daily life, including home, school, work, and interpersonal relationships.

Because it is a lifespan disorder that impacts so many areas of an individual's daily functioning, AD/HD is a serious public health issue.