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Attention Deficit Disorder
Resources for Parents and Children
By Gwen Morrison
The initial diagnosis of ADD/ADHD (Attention Deficit Disorder/Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) cannot be done on the Internet or 
through reading a book about it. There are, however, a vast amount of resources that parents can access to find out more about the disorder and that can also act as a support tool for both parents and children who are dealing with this on a day-to-day basis.
The information found online offers parents a better understanding of the problems and gives them the confidence they need to approach the medical health professionals about their concerns.
According to recent epidemiological statistics, about one-half to two-thirds of children who are diagnosed with childhood ADD/ADHD will continue to face difficulties with the disorder into their adulthood.
Resources that are available online will help parents in their search for answers about ADD/ADHD. It gives parents a huge advantage when talking with doctors if they are educated in treatment options and other key issues associated with this disorder. Knowledge is power.
- CHADD – CHADD is the nation's largest ADD organization with over 22,000 members and 225 affiliates nationwide. The site for CHADD contains up-to-date information on ADD. There are research facts and information on support groups, policy issues and more.
- Mental Help Net – Operating online since 1995, this site is one of the most comprehensive sources of online mental health information, news and resources. Plug in ADD under search and find the latest news, books and community resources.
- One A.D.D. Place – This informative site offers parents a place to search the library of books available on ADD and to read articles on ADD. It also offers a listing of professional services and resources for learning, managing and support, as well as a calendar of events.
- Attention.com
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