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November 2026

This National Veterans and Military Families Awareness Month, CHADD recognizes the unique challenges that face military members, veterans, and their family members with ADHD.

From information about serving in the military with ADHD to resources on coping with frequent transitions and maintaining connections through relocations, CHADD has compiled these resources to help our service members and their families get the support they need to thrive with ADHD.

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Ask the Expert: Practical ADHD Supports for Military Families November 9, 2026 7:00-8:30 PM ET

Join CHADD and Partners in PROMISE during National Veterans and Military Families Month to explore how ADHD affects military families. You’ll learn about available resources and how to access the support your family needs.

We’ll discuss practical strategies to manage ADHD when facing the unpredictability of military life and barriers to access. We’ll outline how to build and maintain an ADHD-informed support network. Our conversation will also cover strategies for sticking to routines and maintaining school supports through PCS moves, deployments, and other transitions.

When you attend this webinar, you can share your experiences and connect with others in the live chat. You can also get the answers you need during the Q&A session.

Keep Learning with CHADD

Parent EducationThrough CHADD’s self-paced courses, parents and caregivers can gain an extensive understanding of ADHD and learn strategies to improve life at home and school.
Adult EducationDesigned for the needs of adults with ADHD, we will give you tools and strategies to build daily routines that work for you—helping you create the future you envision.
Educator CoursesThis comprehensive educator bundle includes expert-led videos, audio sessions, and self-paced courses designed to equip educators with practical ADHD strategies.
CHADD MembershipAs a CHADD member, you receive exclusive access to expert advice, tips on managing ADHD, and up-to-date information on the latest ADHD treatments, news, and laws. Unlock membership discounts, access to Attention magazine, and more!

For Military Families

All Things ADHD: ADHD in Military FamiliesClinical psychologist Jeffrey Katz chats with Michelle Norman and Taryn Neary of Partners in PROMISE about the challenges military families face when raising children with ADHD, especially when frequent moves disrupt diagnosis, treatment, and school supports.
Ask the Expert: Practical ADHD Supports for Military FamiliesJoin CHADD and Partners in PROMISE on November 9, 2026, for this new webinar. The recording will be published here after the event.
Ask the Expert: ADHD in Military Families: Challenges, Support, and StrategiesThis webinar explores the unique challenges faced by military families affected by ADHD, including frequent relocations, disruptions in routines, and access to care. Participants will gain practical strategies for managing ADHD in military environments, fostering resilience, and building strong support networks. Tailored for parents, educators, and service members, this session provides actionable tools and resources to navigate ADHD effectively within the context of military life.

Deployment & Transitions

Making a PCS Move When Your Child Has ADHDPractical information for families navigating relocation and changes in schools, healthcare, routines, and support.
Deployment - National Military Family AssociationCareful preparation reduces additional stress caused by the upcoming separation. Here are five items every military family should discuss when preparing for deployment.
Staying Close During Deployment: Tips for keeping your family strong and connected (Child Mind Institute, November 6, 2023)Staying connected during deployment is essential. If we don’t feel supported, long separations can be overwhelming. But deployments don’t have to be that way.

For Service Members & Veterans

ADHD and the MilitaryEnlistment in the military is a multi-faceted process and there are numerous eligibility criteria which a potential service member in any branch must meet. This page provides more information on joining and serving in the military with ADHD.
Suicidal ideation, masking, and overlooked ADHD: A Coast Guard veteran’s story | HyperfocusInattentive ADHD often goes unnoticed. But left unaddressed, inattentive ADHD can be just as disruptive. Understood.org speaks with Brandon Saiz about his experience as a veteran with ADHD.

The Veterans Crisis Line is available 24/7: DIAL 988 then PRESS 1, or TEXT 838255. You don't have to be enrolled in VA benefits or health care to call.

Other Helpful Organizations

Kennedy Krieger Behavioral Health Services for Military Families (Fort Meade, Maryland)Providing behavioral health services targeting the unique needs of children and families of service members—Active Duty, National Guard, Reserve and Veteran.
Military OneSource - EFMP - Exceptional Family Member ProgramManaging the care and services for a family member with special needs — whether it’s a spouse, child or dependent adult — is a lot easier with the right support.
Partners in PROMISEPartners in PROMISE empowers military families through trusted special education support, practical resources, and research-driven advocacy that drives lasting change.
PAVE's Learning Library for The Military ConnectedLearning modules for families navigating military life from Partnerships for Action, Voices for Empowerment (PAVE).

More from CHADD

CHADD's National Resource Center LibraryResources for military members and their families.