ADHD Help “the smart way to find ADHD Support in Australia
We are excited to announce that our OnTrac 6-week Group Therapy programs are now available and delivered live online across Australia. This new format allows us to reach more individuals and provide the same high-quality support and resources, no matter where you are located.
Delivering National ADHD Community Support and Services Across Australia
About the ADHD Foundation Australia
The ADHD Foundation Australia empowers and enhances the lives of those living with ADHD through individualised support and practical resources. Entirely community-funded and 100% volunteer-operated, we provide compassionate, no-nonsense services that make a real difference for individuals, families, and communities across Australia.
At the heart of our work is the National ADHD Helpline, a 24/7 support line offering direct assistance, referrals, and practical guidance. We also provide in-house ADHD screenings, counselling, and group therapy programs to support individuals on their ADHD journeys.
As a trusted, research-led organisation, we work with policymakers to advance awareness and resources, striving to create a more informed and inclusive society—because everyone deserves the chance to shine.
"Because everyone deserves a chance to shine."
Community Support
At a national level, we are dedicated to providing leading services, support, referrals, and information through the National ADHD Helpline and our Counselling and Psychological Services. Our team connects individuals with essential resources, including ADHD specialists, psychiatrists, psychologists, and other essential medical support .
Education
The ADHD Foundation Australia is dedicated to delivering reliable and accessible ADHD education tailored to the needs of communities across Australia. Our programs provide accurate information to educational institutions, healthcare organisations, caregivers, and support workers. We also publish a quarterly newsletter to keep our community informed with the latest insights and updates.
Social Justice and Advocacy
As advocates for the ADHD community, we lead initiatives across Australia to raise awareness and tackle key issues impacting those with ADHD. We drive national campaigns, collaborate closely with government bodies, and generate meaningful conversations in the media to promote understanding, inclusivity, and lasting change. Through these efforts, we work tirelessly to amplify the voice of the ADHD community and push for systemic improvements.
It’s important to note that the ADHD Foundation Australia is entirely volunteer-operated and receives no government or regular funding for the services we provide. Instead, we are sustained by the generous donations of community members and businesses. We take immense pride in serving and being supported by this dedicated community.
WHAT IS ADHD?
ADHD can have a profound, lifelong impact on an individual’s ability to achieve their goals in education, workplace satisfaction, and social and relationship well-being. When ADHD is not properly recognised or treated, it can lead to significant challenges for individuals and society alike.
In fact, ineffective recognition and treatment of ADHD are estimated to cost the Australian government over $20 billion annually. This burden includes reduced productivity and increased costs in healthcare, education, and the justice system, all of which reflect the challenges faced by individuals with untreated ADHD.
ADHD Through The Life Span
ADHD Parents and Families
Our children with ADHD have the ability to think ‘outside of the box’, it is a gift we need to nourish. Their passion, intensity, enthusiasm, creativity, sensitivity, caring and sense of fun...
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ADHD Teenagers and Young Adults
Many teenagers and young adults are not diagnosed in childhood and on reaching adolescence find it exceedingly difficult to cope with change. A child that has been suspended or expelled...
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ADHD Adults Fact or Fiction?
For many years we thought that most children grew out of ADHD, now we know that is a myth. Some adults very successfully learn to manage their lives with ADHD, some just get...
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Our Community
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People diagnosed with ADHD
$ 20 B
Total financial cost
$ 3.26 B
Total loss of well being
latest news and information
Australian Government Responds to Senate ADHD Report: Urgent Action Needed on Key Recommendations
The ADHD Foundation welcomes the Australian Government’s response to the Senate Inquiry into ADHD and appreciates its acknowledgement of the hardships caused by current healthcare system inadequacies. Of the 15 recommendations...
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Our Submission to the DEA’s Proposed Lisdexamfetamine Quota
In November 2023, the Foundation wrote to the United States Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), asking them to increase the Lisdexamfetamine quota to help address global drug shortages. The work of...
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ADHD Counselling Services with the ADHD Foundation
One of the most valuable services the ADHD Foundation offers is ADHD counselling. This plays a vital role in helping individuals and families develop coping strategies, improve mental health, and...
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The ADHD Foundation is an approved trusted partner of healthdirect Australia. The ADHD Foundation in Australia provides accurate and reliable information for anyone looking for ADHD pathways to diagnosis, information and support.
The ADHD Foundation is Australian’s national consumer not-for-profit organization registered as a charity with the ACNC (ABN Number: 16 619 001 848 and DGR approved by the Australian Taxation office. Any donations to the ADHD Foundation over $2.00 are therefore tax deductible.