Self Help Clearinghouse
Learning Disability / Attention Deficit Disorder
This information is provided as a resource and does not constitute an endorsement for any group. It is the responsibility of the reader to decide whether a group is appropriate for his/her needs. For evidence-based information on diseases, conditions, symptoms, treatment and wellness issues, continue searching this site. Feingold Association of the U.S.
National. Founded 1976. Help for families of children with learning or behavior problems, including attention deficit disorder. Supports members in implementing the Feingold program. Generates public awareness re: food and synthetic additives. Newsletter and phone support network.
Write:
Feingold Association of the U.S.
554 E. Main St., Suite 301
Riverhead, NY 11901
Voice: 1-800-321-3287
Website: http://www.feingold.org
E-mail: help@feingold.org
Verified: 10/14/2008CHADD
(Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder) (BILINGUAL) International. 200 chapters. Founded 1987. Support network for individuals, parents and caregivers of children with attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder. Provides information for parents, adults, teachers and professionals. Bimonthly magazine and annual conference. Guidelines and assistance on starting self-help groups. Dues $45; student $35; healthcare professionals $110. Online listing of local support groups.
Write:
CHADD
8181 Professional Pl., Suite 150
Landover, MD 20785
Voice: 1-800-233-4050
Fax: 301-306-7090
Website: http://www.chadd.org
Verified: 10/14/2008ADDA (Attention Deficit Disorder Association)
National network. Founded 1989. Mission is to provide information, resources and networking to adults with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder and to the professionals working with them. Aims to generate hope, awareness, empowerment and connections worldwide in the field of ADHD through bringing together science and the human experience. The information and resources provided to individual and families affected with ADHD focus on diagnosis, treatment, strategies and techniques for helping adults with ADHD lead better lives.
Write:
ADDA
15000 Commerce Parkway, Ste. C
Mount Laurel, NJ 08054
Voice: 856-439-9099
Fax: 856-439-0525
Website: http://www.add.org
E-mail: mail@add.org
Verified: 10/14/2008NLD-In-Common
Online. Opportunity for loved ones of people with non-verbal learning disabilities (NLD), adults with NLD and certain professionals to come together to communicate. Provides listserv support and information. Membership subject to approval.
Website: http://www.groups.yahoo.com/group/NLD-In-Common
Verified: 10/20/2008Dyslexia Talk
Online. Support for anyone affected by dyslexia. Offers message board, open discussions and separate support group for parents.
Website: http://www.dyslexiatalk.com
Verified: 10/17/2008Premature Baby - Premature Child
Online. Founded 1997. Offers support for parents of premature babies that are age 4+ years old for any of their special needs e.g. mental, physical, emotional or learning disability. Provides support, discussion listserv, prematurity forums, advocacy and educational links. Special children's show-and-tell section.
Website: http://www.prematurity.org
Verified: 10/22/2008GT/LD Network
National network. Founded 1984. Mutual support and information for parents of gifted children who are also learning disabled. Membership is predominantly parents, but it is also open to students and educators. Referrals, advocacy, parent collaboration and support, literature, conferences, online discussion support group and local meetings in Maryland. Dues $45.
Write:
Topping
9601 Windcroft Way
c/o GT/LD Network
Potomac, MD 20854
Website: http://www.gtldnetwork.org
E-mail: webmaster@gtldnetwork.org
Verified: 10/20/2008Conduct Disorders Parent Message Board
Online. 7080 members. Founded 1995. Support for parents living with a child with one of the many behavior disorders including: attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, oppositional defiance disorder, conduct disorder, depression and substance abuse. Parents with children of all ages welcome.
Website: http://www.conductdisorders.com
Verified: 10/14/2008Dyslexia Support 2
Online. 341 members. Founded 2003. Support list for parents of children who are dyslexic. Resource for parents to share ideas and exchange ways of helping.
Website: http://health.groups.yahoo.com/group/dyslexiasupport2
Verified: 10/20/2008ADD Forums
Online. Wide variety of specific online message boards just for: men with ADD/ADHD; women with ADD/ADHD; teens with ADD/ADHD; parenting issues; non-ADD spouses, partners and significant others; careers and job impact; relationships and social issues. Also, boards for those with co-existing conditions such as ADD/ADHD and: substance abuse, bipolar disorder, depression, eating disorders, and autism/Asperger's syndrome. Blogs and chatrooms available.
Website: http://www.addforums.com/forums/index.php
Verified: 9/10/2008The above information was "verified" as correct on the date at the end of each entry. Since American Self-Help Group Clearinghouse's database is extensive but staffing is limited and information for these organizations can change, it is not possible to keep every entry in American Self-Help Group Clearinghouse database completely current and accurate. Please check with the organizations listed for the most current information.
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