Welcome to the ADHD Foundation
ADHD Foundation, “Enhancing lives, creating change”
ADHD Foundation in Australia is a not for profit registered charity and we are here to help
“because EVERYONE deserves a chance to shine"
in their own UNIQUE way.
With a wholehearted commitment to making our customers' lives better and brighter, we’re the ADHD Foundation with a focus on ADHD. Our team of experienced, qualified and knowledgeable professionals apply a customer-centric approach to all that we do.
At the Foundation, we work to make the lives of people with ADHD better, easier and simpler. Whether it’s accessing much-needed support, speaking to a trusted and professional community which can provide advice or simply being a safety network.
So, whether you’re interested in learning more, you’re looking for a way to subscribe or you’re interested in supporting the foundation, we’re here to help. Simply give us a call, say hello on our socials or send us an email and we will get back to you as soon as possible!
What’s more, if you’re looking for professional support relating to ADHD, the National ADHD Foundation Helpline is a trusted source for any queries or questions you might have. Plus, the helpline is always available and ready to help you find the answers that you’re looking for.
WHAT IS ADHD?
ADHD is defined as the most common neurodevelopmental disorder. It is characterised by symptoms of inattention, impulsivity, and in some cases excessive levels of hyperactivity. ADHD can have lifelong impacts on individuals, their families and society, although with early diagnosis and quality treatment can improve individual outcomes substantially. Caring for those who learn and think differently can take time, energy and additional resources.
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), also known as ADD is a complex, lifelong neurodevelopmental condition, which again, can be successfully managed with an individual treatment plan.
Studies demonstrate that ADHD can have negative impacts on virtually every aspect of daily life, social, emotional, academic and work functioning. A person with ADHD may have their life significantly impacted including education, family, social situations, friendships and in the workplace. ADHD is persistent throughout the lifespan although some patterns may change.
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
814 K
People diagnosed with ADHD
$ 20.83 B
Total financial cost
$ 7.59 B
Total loss of well being
Join with us in working towards change.
Join us today and become a foundation member. Membership to the ADHD Foundation is free.
Be at the forefront of our ADHD Foundation community and gain access to our evidence-based support system. We are continually upgrading the platform with new material, so you always have the most cutting-edge information. The membership button to the right will take you to our membership page
latest news and information
From chaos to calm
LOOKING BACK AT JUDITH BULL’S school reports, it’s obvious she was smart. It’s also obvious she struggled to concentrate. “Every school report was the same,” she sighs. “I kept thinking,...
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Adults diagnosed with ADHD later in life facing ‘unfair’ medication prices
A combined advocacy campaign in 2019 involving ADHD Foundation across Australia, ADHD communities, support groups and individuals delivered a message to the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) that the age restriction...
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ADHD can make it harder to manage your money. Here’s some tips to help
When I was at university, my parents and I used to have the same conversation about my financial instability every three months. They asked me why I was behind on...
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What ADHD feels like for adults
You're forever losing your phone, you're irritable, and you're struggling to focus. If this sounds like you, stress or even 'COVID brain' may account for your complaints. But for some...
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Removal of the age restriction on Vyvanse
An announcement by Minister Greg Hunt on Saturday 30th January regarding the removal of the age restriction on Vyvanse taking effect on 1st February 2021. This announcement was followed by...
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World Congress on ADHD
The World Federation of ADHD brings together a professional community and their regional ADHD associations. We aim to disseminate education about ADHD and advocate for patients and their families by...
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