Talking About ADHD
Strategies for talking about ADHD
Helpful tips for talking with loved ones about your ADHD
If you have ADHD, you may be interested in the best way to explain the condition to your family and friends so they can understand the facts about ADHD.
Define your action plan
Read ADHD 101. Start by learning all you can about the condition. This overview/refresher gives you the facts you need to begin a discussion. It’s a great piece to print and keep on hand.
Do you want to talk to another adult about his or her ADHD symptoms?
If you are concerned about a friend, spouse, or family member with possible ADHD symptoms, you might wonder how to best approach the subject. It can be a difficult issue to talk about.
Have them answer the questions on this page Review Your ADHD Symptoms
and have them review the results with their doctor.
Other Helpful Information
The sites below are also great resources to find ADHD information:
www.chadd.org
www.add.org
www.apa.org
www.aap.org
www.aacap.org
www.mentalhealth.org
For a list of books and videos, check out www.addwarehouse.com.
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