ADHD 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 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 MorePersonal 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 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. Different Thinkers: ADHD By: Katia Fredriksen, PhD & Yael Rothman, PhD Publisher: Boys Town Press, 2024 All You Can Be with ADHD By: Penn and Kim Holderness, illustrated by…
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. Quick Guide to ADHD By: Carla Mooney Publisher: ReferencePoint Press, 2026 The ADHD Workbook for Teens: Activities to Help You Gain Motivation and Confidence By: Lara Honos-Webb Publisher: New…
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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