ADHD Resources
Developing new resources is an important aspect of learning to understand and manage your ADHD. The internet is abundant with resources, some good, some not. Not all the information you’ll find on the internet is accurate, especially information posted on online chats and forums.
ADHD Organizations:
CHADD - Association for ADHD Children, adults, and Families www.Chadd.org
ADDA - Association for Adults with ADHD. www.add.org
Books:
Your Brain’s Not Broken: Strategies for Navigating Your Emotions and Life with ADHD by Tamara Rosier, PhD Highly Recommended
Understand Your Brain, Get More Done: The ADHD Executive Functions by Ari Tuckman PsyD MBA
A Radical Guide for Women with ADHD by Sari Solden and Michelle Frank
ADD-Friendly Ways to Organize Your Life byJudith Kolberg, Kathleen Nadeau
Is It You, Me or Adult ADD? Stopping the Roller Coaster When Someone You Love Has Attention Deficit Disorder - by Gina Pera.
Online Resources:
ADDitude Magazine - Evidence-based articles, research, and webinars related to ADHD. You will find resources for children, parents, teachers, relationships, and adults www.Additudemag.com
A.D.D. Warehouse - Since 1990, we have built the world's largest collection of ADHD-related books, videos, training programs, games, professional texts and assessment products.
ADD CRUSHER - is an innovative and effective alternative treatment approach that provides ADD-friendly videos & tools to help you CRUSH your ADHD. Check it out! www.ADDCrusher.com. Use this Promo Code: RUDY15 and you will receive a 15% discount on your purchase.
Videos:
ADD/ADHD – What is Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder? - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ouZrZa5pLXk by Thomas Brown,PhD
What is Executive Function - How it Relates to ADHD - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GIOAwvmHYuY&t=250s
How ADHD Ignites Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bqy_d4Ls86s *PowerPoint presentation No words
How ADHD Affects Adults | ADHD - Not Just for Kids (Full Documentary) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jyUVc0Iteb0
Adult ADHD: Regaining Focus - (25min video) - In Adult ADHD: Regaining Focus. Patients describe how ADHD has altered their lives and share how they have worked to overcome its effects. Leading medical experts in the field explain how the human brain misfires in people with ADHD and what new treatment options are helping adults finally gain control over this condition. Click here: Adult ADHD: Regaining Focus – (25min video)
The Adult Self-Report Scale (ASRS)
The following questionnaire can be used as a starting point to help you recognize the signs/symptoms of Adult ADHD, but it is not meant to replace an evaluation. A comprehensive psychological evaluation is the only way to make an accurate ADHD diagnosis. Discuss your ADHD concerns with your physician. Click on Adult Self-Report Scale (ASRS) Screener if you'd like to complete the screening tool. NOTE: This Adult Self-Report Scale (ASRS) Screener is intended for people ages 18 years or older.ADHD Couple Relationships - Gena Pera video and podcasts. https://adhdrollercoaster.org/category/tools-and-strategies/
Beyond To-Do Lists – ADHD Planning Tools and Forms (click to order) by Rudy Rodriguez, ADHD Coach. Most individuals with ADHD will tell you that they are organizationally challenged, have difficulty completing tasks, and struggle with time management. Beyond To-Do Lists introduces a systematic approach to organizing your time that will result in less stress better results and greater productivity. The system is comprised of a series of unique tools and planning forms, allowing you to achieve the results you desire.
ADHD Epiphany: Adults Prosper With Diagnosis [6:48min video]. Good Morning America - Interviews adults who discover their ADHD in adulthood. GMA also interview Dr. Ned Hallowell. A very good and informative interview regarding adult ADHD. Click here: ADHD Epiphany: Adults Prosper With Diagnosis
All In the ADHD Family - ABC News aired this Special Report about Adult ADHD. The program follows two undiagnosed ADHD adults who discuss the challenges, disappointments and lost dreams they endured before being finally being diagnosed. Both adults were well into their adult lives (42 and 50 years old) before being diagnosed. This is a remarkably tender and evidenced based presentation that also shows how some adults with ADHD may turn their lives around following accurate diagnosis and treatment. Click here to view: All In the ADHD Family