This ADHD Awareness Month, we are celebrating the power of community.
Living with ADHD can bring unique strengths, challenges, and experiences. No one should have to navigate that journey alone. A knowledgeable and supportive community helps people with ADHD feel understood, empowered, and connected.
Whether support comes from family members, friends, healthcare professionals, educators, employers, or fellow members of the ADHD community, these connections create opportunities to learn, grow, and thrive.
Throughout October, we will be sharing the stories of people within CADDAC's ADHD community and how they have learned to thrive with ADHD with the help of a supportive community, as well as information and resources focused on:
Together, we can foster understanding, reduce stigma, and build a stronger community of support for everyone affected by ADHD.
ADHD is estimated to affect approximately 3.5% of the global workforce (Lauder et al., 2022)
ADHD is the most common childhood mental health condition, affecting 5-12% of children worldwide; an average of one to two children in every Canadian classroom. (Polanczyk, G., de Lima, M. S., Horta, B. L., Biederman, J., & Rohde, L. A. (2007)
Whether you're newly diagnosed, supporting a loved one, or simply looking to expand your knowledge, our on-demand webinar collection offers practical guidance and expert insights.
Watch anytime throughout ADHD Awareness Month and connect with the knowledge that helps build stronger, more supportive communities.
The Impact of ADHD on the Child, Parents, Siblings, and the Family as a Whole
Join CADDAC's founder Heidi Bernhardt, RN, as she discusses how the family of a newly diagnosed child with ADHD transitions to acceptance of the diagnosis.
Understanding the ADHD Mind and Navigating an Adult ADHD Relationship When You Don't Have ADHD
ADHD can be a significant factor in a variety of relationship problems. However, when you understand how ADHD plays a role in the relationship, misinterpreted motives and hurt feelings can be mitigated.
ADHD in the Workplace
Whether you're an employee with ADHD or supporting someone who is, this presentation offers practical guidance for navigating the workplace. Explore the ways ADHD can affect day-to-day job responsibilities, learn how to assess areas of challenge and strength, and gain actionable strategies and accommodations that can help create a more productive and supportive work environment.
In collaboration with Patient Voice, CADDAC will be sharing the unique stories of three members of our ADHD community.
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One of the most powerful reminders during ADHD Awareness Month is that no one has to navigate ADHD alone. CADDAC's monthly support groups provide a welcoming space to connect with others who understand the challenges and successes of living with ADHD.
Whether you're an adult with ADHD, a parent supporting a child with ADHD, a youth or young adult navigating ADHD, or someone living with ADHD and Substance Use Disorder, our support groups offer opportunities to share experiences, learn practical strategies, and build meaningful connections within the ADHD community.
We're also excited to launch a new Women's ADHD Support Group this October, creating another space for connection, understanding, and support.
Join us and discover how a strong community can help you learn, grow, and thrive.
CADDAC's ADHD Awareness Month posters are a simple way to spark conversation and spread understanding. Print and hang them in schools, libraries, workplaces, and community spaces to create and nurture the ADHD community near you!
There is no better way to close out ADHD Awareness Month than by joining us at CADDAC's 18th Annual ADHD Conference on October 24 & 25th!
Whether attending in person or virtually, the conference offers a unique opportunity to learn from leading experts, hear lived-experience perspectives, discover practical strategies, and connect with a community that cares.
Together, we can strengthen our understanding, build lasting connections, and celebrate the power of a community of support.
