Personal Stories of Teens Living with ADHD
More than one in ten teenagers have a diagnosis of ADHD. Teens with ADHD may face challenges, but they can succeed with the right supports. Here are stories of teens who share their experiences of living with ADHD and the strategies and tips they used to help them thrive. Articles Pay ADDention™! I’m a Teen…
Read MoreADHD Information for Teens
“I have ADHD…..so what?” In many ways, so what is right. Mostly, you are just a regular teen, with all the ups and downs that come with being a teenager. In other ways, growing up and heading towards adulthood with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder may present some unique challenges. People used to think that only young kids…
Read MoreLife of a Teenager with ADHD (infographic)
This infographic identifies and compares the attitudes and emotions experienced by two teens with ADHD, from the time they wake up in the morning until bedtime. Using treatment for ADHD can make quite a difference in their day.
Read MoreBooks for Children
Here are books written for children that can help you learn more about ADHD. You can find additional books for children at CHADD’s online NRC Library. Learning to Slow Down and Pay Attention: A Book for Kids About ADHD By: Kathleen Nadeau, PhD, and Ellen B. Dixon Publisher: Magination Press, third edition, 2004 My Brain…
Read MoreBooks for Teens
Here are books written for teens that can help you learn more about ADHD. You can find additional books for teens at CHADD’s online NRC Library. Mindfulness and Self-Compassion for Teen ADHD: Build Executive Functioning Skills, Increase Motivation, and Improve Self-Confidence By: Mark Bertin, MD, and Karen Bluth, PhD Publisher: Instant Help, 2021 The Gaming…
Read MoreChildren Can Thrive with ADHD (infographic)
Children with ADHD have many natural strengths, but sometimes their busy brains can be tough to manage. ADHD can make it hard to pay attention, remember the little things, work through big feelings, and think before doing. This infographic provides some tips that can help manage your ADHD.
Read MoreADHD in Teens and Children
Children and teens who have ADHD often display similar symptoms, including inattention, impulsivity, and hyperactivity. Some symptoms you experienced in childhood may change as you get older. You may have been more hyperactive as a child but less so as a teen. As you get older, you might struggle more with executive function skills, like…
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