Cognitive Disengagement Syndrome
Featuring Joseph Fredrick, PhD What is cognitive disengagement syndrome, formerly known as sluggish cognitive tempo? Joseph Fredrick, PhD, describes CDS and contrasts key differences from the difficulties typically seen in ADHD. As a researcher and clinical psychologist, he stresses the importance of comprehensive evaluations and evidence-based interventions. He discusses the links between CDS and other…
Read MoreADHD Medication and College Students: Prevent Misuse, Abuse, and Diversion
Featuring Kevin M. Antshel, PhD Slides Although prescription stimulants are often highly effective in reducing ADHD, problems of non-medical misuse and abuse of prescription stimulants among adolescents, college students, and adults have become evident in recent years. Some students who need to get a lot of work done want the perceived benefits of stimulant medications.…
Read MoreBoosting Brain Health in Adults with ADHD: Insights and Strategies
Featuring Brandy Callahan, PhD Neuropsychologist Brandy Callahan discusses the relationship between ADHD and brain health, especially as individuals age. An expert on cognitive aging and brain health, Dr. Callahan explains how, over time, ADHD can have an impact on memory, executive function, and overall cognitive abilities. She highlights the importance of managing…
Read MoreMental Health for Teens with ADHD
Featuring Carolyn Lentzsch-Parcells, MD Have you wondered if your child has depression or anxiety and if these conditions could be connected to their ADHD? What signs should you keep an eye out for and how can you be supportive? Dr. Carolyn Lentzsch-Parcells, a board-certified pediatrician with a special interest in ADHD, learning issues, and…
Read MoreTalking to Your Child’s Doctor About ADHD Treatment
Featuring L. Eugene Arnold MD, MEd Once your child has a formal diagnosis, the doctor will give you information about the condition and recommend a course of treatment. You will probably have some questions about your child’s diagnosis and how ADHD will affect your child’s health and life. CHADD Resident Expert L. Eugene Arnold MD,…
Read MoreThe Work We Do: Black History Month 2025
Each February, CHADD highlights resources featuring Black members of the ADHD community. These resources are listed on our Black History Month page and regularly updated through the month. “African Americans and Labor” is this year’s theme for Black History Month. It acknowledges the labor Black people have contributed throughout the history of the United States,…
Read MoreHelp Your Teen with ADHD Prepare for and Navigate College
Featuring Judy Bass, CEP The transition from high school to college is a time for teens to show their independence and not rely much on support from their parents. But college is dramatically different than high school. With increased academic demands, differences in teaching methods and grading procedures, and fewer available accommodations and supports,…
Read MoreWhat You Need to Know When Your Child Has Autism and ADHD
Featuring Ericka L. Wodka, PhD, ABPP-CN Are you wondering how ADHD and autism can seem to share some characteristics and yet be very different disorders? Many families have been told their children are affected by both ADHD and autism, but until recently, the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders stated that they were…
Read MoreAsk the Expert: The Role of Speech Therapy in ADHD Management
March 24 | 2 PM ET | Letizia S. Hendrickson, MS, CCC-SLP, ADHD-RSP Individuals with ADHD often experience challenges in communication, executive function, and social interactions that can impact daily life. This webinar, led by speech-language pathologist Letizia Hendrickson, will explore the critical role of speech therapy in supporting individuals with ADHD. Designed for psychologists,…
Read MoreHome to Stay—For Now
The last decade has seen the number of intergenerational households grow to about six million households and 66.7 million adults. What is remarkable, in a culture that likes to talk about young adults failing to launch, is that most of these families are sharing a home by choice. Economics and the COVID-19 pandemic were the…
Read MoreAsk the Specialist: Should We Include Medication in Our Child’s ADHD Treatment?
Question: My son’s mother and I preferred behavioral management to address our son’s ADHD symptoms. We have been diligent in schedules, routines, and reinforcing the good behaviors we see. But no matter how hard we try and how well we co-parent, it only seems to help so much, and then there are meltdowns at home…
Read MoreUsing Context to Build and Enhance Executive Functioning
Featuring Margaret Foster, MAEd Margaret Foster, MAEd, presents a comprehensive look at how teaching executive function skills within real-life contexts can dramatically improve student outcomes. She explores the integration of content skills with practical strategies—tailoring interventions to meet the specific academic demands of each subject—to help students overcome challenges like ADHD, anxiety, and stress.
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