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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.

Articles about ADD/ADHD:
"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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Resources for People with ADD/ADHD and their 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

Additional Resources:

Studying with ADHD - www.accreditedschoolsonline.org/resources/studying-with-adhd/


For more information about resources, feel free to ask questions during our events or contact us here.

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.
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