Attention Deficit Hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)

Also known as: ADHD;  Hyperkinetic disorder

If your child is affected by a medical condition or disability we can help. Call our freephone helpline on 0808 808 3555 to get information, support and advice. You can also browse our range of parent guides on aspects of caring for a disabled child in our resource library.

To meet other parents see support groups below or meet other parents online in our closed Facebook group.

Please see below for reliable medical information on Attention Deficit Hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) produced by alternative providers.

NHS website
www.nhs.uk/conditions

Although alternative links have been selected with great care, Contact cannot accept responsibility for any inaccuracies or errors. Alternative information providers give details of their quality control procedures on their website, which includes review of information by a qualified medical professional.

Is there support for children with ADHD and their families?

If your child is affected by a medical condition or disability, we can help. Call our freephone helpline on 0808 808 3555 to get information, support and advice. We also offer emotional support for parents via our Listening Ear service.

We have a range of parent guides on aspects of caring for a disabled child in our resource library. You may also find our Early Years Support useful, which contains links to parent carer workshops and help for families going through the diagnosis process.

We’ve listed some support groups below and you can also meet other parents online in our closed Facebook group.

ADDISS

Tel: 020 8952 2800
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.addiss.co.uk

A Registered Charity in England and Wales No. 1070827. It provides information, training and support for parents, sufferers and professionals in the fields of ADHD and related learning and behavioural difficulties.

Group details last updated February 2024.

ADHD Foundation

Tel: 0151 541 9020
Email: via website
Website: https://www.adhdfoundation.org.uk/

A Registered Charity in England and Wales No. 1120898. The Foundation provides resources and training for families and professionals which include webinars and courses.

Group added October 2024.

Information, support and advice is also available from a number of groups supporting mental health conditions (see entry Mental Health).