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ADD/ADHD Resources

GENERAL INFORMATION:
  • Recognize Promise powerpoint
  • This powerpoint on ADHD was created by Recognize Promise and is available for download. It contains basic information, signs & symptoms, treatment ideas, places to find further information, and more. The powerpoint is adaptable for libraries to include additional information.

  • ADD & ADHD in Children from HelpGuide
  • HelpGuide.org, a non-profit website, provides basic information on ADD and ADHD, such as signs & symptoms, myths, positive effects, diagnosis, treatment, and helping children with ADD/ADHD.

  • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) from NIMH
  • The National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) has a lengthy article on ADHD. The article includes general information, diagnosis, treatment, and more.

  • Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) from CDC
  • This website from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) offers information on ADHD. It provides facts, data and statistics, and free materials.





    INFORMATION FOR EDUCATORS, TEACHERS, AND LIBRARIANS:
  • Teaching Children with ADHD from athealth.com
  • Athealth.com presents information to educators teaching children diagnosed with ADHD. The webpage briefly defines ADHD before providing tips to establishing the proper learning environment, giving assignments, and modifying behavior and enhancing self-esteem. A list of suggested reading for further information is also provided.





    INFORMATION FOR PARENTS AND CAREGIVERS:
  • Sleep Problems Common Among Kids with ADHD from KidsHealth
  • This article from KidsHealth explains sleeping problems for kids with ADHD and what it means for parents and caregivers.





    INFORMATION FOR CHILDREN AND YOUNG ADULTS:
  • ADHD Medicines
  • KidsHealth provides an article for kids that explains possible treatments and how medicine or therapy may help.

  • What Is Hyperactivity? from KidsHealth
  • This short article describes ADHD and explains who gets it, what the signs are, and what happens next.





    NATIONAL ORGANIZATIONS:
  • Children & Adults with Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (CHADD)
  • This is a non-profit organization that works to educate, advocate for, and support individuals with ADD/ADHD. The website has news, information, conference information, and membership options.





    STATE ORGANIZATIONS OR CHAPTERS:
  • Iowa Chapters of ASA
  • This is a list of the four Iowa chapters of the Autism Society of America. Contact information and the areas covered by each chapter are provided.

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