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Statement from CHADD Regarding ADHD-Related Claims Published in the Make America Healthy Again Report
Download PDF As the nation’s leading organization dedicated to children and adults with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), CHADD believes it is essential to respond when misleading or inaccurate information is released that may have an impact on public understanding and access to evidence-based ADHD care. The recently released Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) report—issued by…
Read MorePono (Well-Being), Hoʻomau (Perseverance), and Lokahi (Unity): Welcome, CHADD Hawai‘i!
Kani‘o Yen shares the story of starting CHADD Hawai’‘i and her vision for the chapter’s future in this interview. What motivated you to start a CHADD chapter in your state? As a Native Hawaiʻian woman who grew up on the west side of Oʻahu in Mākaha Valley and attended elementary school in the surrounding underserved…
Read MoreCHADD Welcomes New Board Members
CHADD is pleased to announce the appointment of four new members to its board of directors for the 2026 fiscal year. These appointments reflect CHADD’s commitment to strategic growth and excellence as the leading nonprofit supporting the more than 22 million people who have ADHD in the United States. The professional and personal attributes of…
Read MoreUnmasking Diversity with Pride: CHADD’s Commitment to Inclusivity
As Pride Month unfolds, CHADD is all about celebrating the power of unmasking and embracing who you are. This month, we’re honoring the rich history, achievements, and resilience of the LGBTQIA+ community, and shining a light on the diverse identities within our neurodivergent community. Join us in celebrating the beauty of being your authentic self…
Read MoreHonoring L. Eugene Arnold, MD, MEd
CHADD’s Resident Expert and Pioneering ADHD Researcher Dies With profound gratitude for a life well-lived in service to others, and with deep sadness, CHADD remembers L. Eugene Arnold, MD, MEd, and all that he contributed to CHADD and the ADHD community. Dr. Arnold served as CHADD’s resident expert and frequently contributed to CHADD’s work. In…
Read MoreCHADD’s National Resource Center Awarded CDC Funding
CHADD’s National Resource Center on ADHD has just been awarded a five-year funding agreement from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention! The CDC’s selection of CHADD for this funding via competitive process shows our continued strength and reach within the ADHD community. This award will allow us to continue to provide support through…
Read MoreUnmasking Diversity with Pride: CHADD’s Commitment to Inclusivity
As Pride Month unfolds, CHADD is all about celebrating the power of unmasking and embracing who you are. This month, we’re honoring the rich history, achievements, and resilience of the LGBTQIA+ community, and shining a light on the diverse identities within our neurodivergent community. Join us in celebrating the beauty of being your authentic self…
Read MoreCHADD Statement on Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEI&B)
Drafted by the CHADD DEI&B Committee Approved by the CHADD Board of Directors on February 8, 2024 CHADD is deeply committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment for our employees, volunteers, and the community we serve. Our mission is rooted in educating and empowering individuals with ADHD and other neurodivergent traits. We firmly…
Read MoreDeclaración de CHADD sobre Diversidad, Equidad, Inclusión y Pertenencia
Declaración de CHADD sobre Diversidad, Equidad, Inclusión y Pertenencia Redactado por el Comité DEI&B de CHADD Aprobado por la Junta Directiva de CHADD el 8 de Febrero de 2024 CHADD está profundamente comprometida a fomentar un entorno diverso, equitativo e inclusivo para nuestros empleados, voluntarios y la comunidad a la que servimos. Nuestra misión se…
Read MoreBeyond Black History Month: Addressing Barriers in ADHD Care for People of Color
Melvin Bogard, MA In honor of Black History Month, CHADD focuses on the importance of cultural awareness and competency in diagnosing, treating, and caring for Black children and adults with ADHD. According to the CDC’s National Health Interview Survey, 2016-2018, approximately 14% of Black children aged three to 17 were most likely to be…
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