Education and Awareness: ADD and ADHD
Siblings with a Mission spreads awareness of ADD and ADHD to communities around the world. Through articles posted on our website, we provide information about ADD and ADHD as well as current research. We also connect members to facilities and associations that assist individuals diagnosed with ADD and ADHD.
To learn about the symptoms of ADD and ADHD, click here.
Siblings with a Mission spreads awareness of ADD and ADHD to communities around the world. Through articles posted on our website, we provide information about ADD and ADHD as well as current research. We also connect members to facilities and associations that assist individuals diagnosed with ADD and ADHD.
To learn about the symptoms of ADD and ADHD, click here.
Articles about ADD/ADHD:
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"That's So Retarded" by Louise van den Bergh
Why do people use the word "retarded"? Is the word accurate? How do you feel when people say the word "retarded?" Our International Down Syndrome Chairman discusses the debate around the word "retarded" and why people should NOT use it. Click here to read the article. Take the R-Word Pledge "Spread the Word to End the Word." Take the pledge to eliminate the R-word here. "Everything You Need to Know about ADD and ADHD," by Abigail Walker What is the difference between ADD and ADHD? Is there more than one type of ADHD? What can I do to help my sibling with ADD/ADHD? Read our story and advice here. |
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Examples of Associations and Facilities that Assist ADD/ADHD Families:
CHADD: Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, website: www.chadd.org
Attention Deficit Disorder Association, website: www.add.org
American Psychological Association, website: www.apa.org
National Resource Center on ADHD, website: www.help4adhd.org
ADDISS (UK): The National Attention Deficit Disorder Information and Support Service
website: www.addiss.co.uk
Resources:
Studying with ADHD - www.accreditedschoolsonline.org/resources/studying-with-adhd/
For more information about ADD/ADHD associations, feel free ask questions during video sessions or contact us here. A quick Google search can also set you on the right path!
Siblings with a Mission is an international organization established to serve and support siblings of individuals with special needs. All images are found on Google images and are solely used for education purposes. The stories and advice provided by Siblings with a Mission are not to be replaced by professional advice and counseling but to be considered as an additional source of support.
CHADD: Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, website: www.chadd.org
Attention Deficit Disorder Association, website: www.add.org
American Psychological Association, website: www.apa.org
National Resource Center on ADHD, website: www.help4adhd.org
ADDISS (UK): The National Attention Deficit Disorder Information and Support Service
website: www.addiss.co.uk
Resources:
Studying with ADHD - www.accreditedschoolsonline.org/resources/studying-with-adhd/
For more information about ADD/ADHD associations, feel free ask questions during video sessions or contact us here. A quick Google search can also set you on the right path!
Siblings with a Mission is an international organization established to serve and support siblings of individuals with special needs. All images are found on Google images and are solely used for education purposes. The stories and advice provided by Siblings with a Mission are not to be replaced by professional advice and counseling but to be considered as an additional source of support.
