ADHD RESOURCES
EXPERTS
Dr. Barkley is one of the foremost experts on ADHD. His website is full of useful information and links. I particularly recommend his book Taking Charge of ADHD, Third Edition: The Complete, Authoritative Guide for Parents. Dr. Barkley's free ADHD Lectures are also an excellent source of information.
Dr. Hallowell is probably the nations leading spokesperson / expert regarding ADHD. He has several excellent publications.
Dr. Hallowell's Amazon.com page
Dr. Tuckman has published several books focused on adult ADHD and has a wonderful free podcast entitled More Attention, Less Deficit which is based on his book of the same title. Dr. Tuckman's book Understanding Your Brain, Get More Done is also very good and focuses specifically on strategies for coping with Executive Functioning challenges.
Dr. Tuckman's More Attention, Less Deficit podcast
Dr. Tuckman's presentation on How Executive Funcitions Affect Adult Relationships
Melissa Orlov is the author of The ADHD Effect on Marriage and The Couple's Guide to Thriving with ADHD. She is an expert marriage consultant and specifically focuses her work on helping ADHD-affected couples.
Melissa Orlov's Amazon.com page
Melissa Orlov's presentation on ADHD relationships
Is It You, Me, or Adult A.D.D.?: Stopping the Roller Coaster When Someone You Love Has Attention Deficit Disorder
"Meticulously researched by award-winning journalist Gina Pera, Is It You, Me, or Adult A.D.D.? is a comprehensive guide to recognizing the behaviors where you least expect them (on the road and in the bedroom, for example) and developing compassion for couples wrestling with unrecognized ADHD symptoms. It also offers the latest information from top experts, plenty of real-life details, and easy-to-understand guidelines for finding the best treatment options and practical solutions. The revolutionary message is one of hope for millions of people--and a joyous opportunity for a better life." ~ Amazon.com
Gina Pera's ADHD Rollercoaster blog
BOOKS
• Smart but Scattered Teens: The "Executive Skills" Program for Helping Teens Reach Their Potential by Richard Guare Ph.D., Peg Dawson, EdD, Colin Guare
• Smart but Scattered: The Revolutionary "Executive Skills" Approach to Helping Kids Reach Their Potential by Richard Guare Ph.D., Peg Dawson, EdD
These helpful books focus on how parents can best help their teen or pre-teen child with executive functioning challenges.
ORGANIZATIONS
CHADD (Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder)
This is the nation’s leading non-profit organization serving individuals with ADHD and their families. CHADD has over 16,000 members in 200 local chapters throughout the U.S. Chapters offer support for individuals, parents, teachers, professionals, and others. Below is a link to the local Eastside chapter.
CADDAC (The Centre for ADHD Awareness Canada)
The Centre for ADHD Awareness Canada (CADDAC), is a national, non profit, umbrella organization providing leadership in education and advocacy for ADHD organizations and individuals across Canada.
MAGAZINES & WEBSITES
This magazine / website is a good resource for information and support for children and adults with ADHD and their families.