Resources
Big Ideas, Real Impact.
UK Websites
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Run by people with ADHD for people with ADHD. Provides videos, adult self-screening tool, diagnosis pathway guides (including NHS Right to Choose), support groups, and strategies.
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The UK's adult ADHD charity. Offers evidence-based resources, a symptom checker, FAQ, podcast ("The ADHD Adults"), and a Discord community forum for peer support.
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Provides education, training, and support. They have useful booklets and resources, especially for children/young people and families.
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General mental health charity with a dedicated ADHD section covering everyday tips, co-occurring conditions, and links to local support.
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Official guidance on symptoms, diagnosis, treatment (medication and non-medication options), and management.
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In England, you can ask your GP to refer you to an alternative NHS provider (often faster than local waiting lists, which can be 2–5+ years or more in some areas). Check current wait times on provider or ADHD UK sites, as they vary by Integrated Care Board (ICB). ADHD UK has a detailed guide:
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Official Welsh Government-backed site from the National Neurodivergence Team. Free resources providing information and advice as well as useful links on local services (English and Welsh available).
Global Websites
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ADDitude is a trusted resource for ADHD-related information, offering articles, expert advice, webinars, and support groups for individuals with ADHD and their loved ones. Their website covers various aspects of ADHD, including treatment options, strategies, and personal stories.
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ADDA is an organisation dedicated to helping adults with ADHD. They offer resources, support groups, webinars, and conferences focused on adult ADHD.
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CHADD (Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder): CHADD is a leading nonprofit organisation providing support, education, and advocacy for individuals with ADHD and their families. They offer resources, webinars, support groups, and a wealth of information on ADHD.
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The NIMH provides comprehensive information on ADHD, including research updates, treatment options, and resources for individuals seeking further information about the disorder.
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This centre, funded by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), offers information, resources, and publications on ADHD for parents, educators, healthcare professionals, and individuals with ADHD.
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Understood is a website that provides resources, support, and information for parents of children with learning and attention issues, including ADHD. They offer personalized tools, expert advice, and a supportive community.
Books
R A Barkley (2012) When an Adult You Love Has ADHD: Professional Advice for Parents, Partners, and Siblings
T E Brown (2014) Smart but Stuck: Emotions in Teens and Adults with ADHD
E M Hallowell and J J Ratey (2005) Delivered from Distraction
E M Hallowell and J J Ratey (2011) Driven to Distraction
S P Hinshaw and K Ellison (2016) ADHD: What Everyone Needs to Know
M Orlov and E M Hallowell (2010) The ADHD Effect on Marriage: Understand and Rebuild Your Relationship in Six Steps
G Pera (2008) Is It You, Me, or Adult ADD? Stopping the Roller Coaster When Someone You Love Has Attention Deficit Disorder
S Solden and M Frank (2015) Women and ADHD: A Guide for the Newly Diagnosed
Podcasts
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Hosts: Alex Partridge
Why it stands out:
Lived experience + big platform: Hosted by LADBible founder Alex Partridge, diagnosed in adulthood, talking openly about shame, anxiety, and reframing ADHD.
High‑profile guests: Regular conversations with leading clinicians, psychotherapists, and celebrities on topics like RSD, masking, perfectionism, and AuDHD.
Reassuring tone: Strong “you were always enough” message, very validating for late‑identified adults.
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Host: ADHD UK
Team from charity ADHD UK with invited experts Why it stands out:
Evidence‑first: Focuses on current research, guidelines, and science rather than only personal stories.
Keeps you updated: Helpful if you want to stay on top of new findings for training content.
Good “credibility layer”: Pairs nicely with more informal, chatty podcasts when building CPD materials.
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Hosts: UK‑based hosts interviewing clinicians and researchers
Why it stands out:
Family‑focused: Aimed at parents and caregivers trying to understand ADHD in children and teens.
Expert‑heavy: Regular appearances from UK clinicians and academics (e.g. Sonuga‑Barke, Susan Young).
Good for teacher‑adjacent work: Lots of nuggets relevant to classrooms, behaviour, and school systems.
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Hosts: James Brown, Mrs ADHD (Sam), and Alex Conner
Hosts: Dr James Brown, “Mrs ADHD” (Sam), and Alex Conner Why it stands out:
Science + sarcasm: Combines evidence‑based information with very British, self‑deprecating humour.
Huge back catalogue: Hundreds of episodes on everything from time blindness to relationships to shame.
Great for professionals too: Their mix of research and lived experience makes it useful for trainers and educators.
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Hosts: Katie Breathwick & Sam Pittis
Why it stands out:
Perfect for the newly diagnosed: Framed as a myth‑busting, hand‑holding intro to ADHD for adults.
Clear, accessible explanations: Breaks down symptoms, diagnosis, and stereotypes without heavy jargon.
Very bingeable: Episodes are structured so you can listen in order as a kind of “ADHD 101” series.