Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
Is there support?
There are many groups and organisations providing support and information about Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder including:
71 Whyke Lane
Chichester
PO19 7PD
Tel: 01243 539966
e-mail: hyperactive@hacsg.org.uk
Web: http://www.hacsg.org.uk
Provides support, information and a range of literature including 'The Journal' newsletter three times a year. Also provides training and awareness raising events.
Group details last confirmed May 2009.
A comprehensive website covering a wide range of information on ADHD. Adders objective is to promote awareness of ADHD and to provide information and practical help to adults and children with the condition and their families.
Group details last confirmed September 2009.
2nd Floor
Premier House
112 Station Road
Edgware
HA8 7BJ
Tel: 020 8952 2800
Fax: 020 8952 2909
e-mail: info@addiss.co.uk
Web: http://www.addiss.co.uk
ADDISS is the Attention Deficit Disorder Information and Support Service for both parents and professionals. It provides inset training for local education authorities and schools. A large number of books and videos are for sale by mail order. ADDISS works closely with a large number of local support groups and can refer parents to these groups.
Group details last confirmed September 2009.
Information, support and advice is also available from a number of groups supporting mental health conditions (see entry, Mental Health).
There are a number of very supportive local self help groups around the country. If you want to contact one of these and have been unable to do so through the organisations in this Directory please get in touch with Contact a Family.
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