
Explore the foundations of ADHD, including its neurobiological roots and the core symptoms of inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity, while challenging common misconceptions about the condition.
Explore a simplified case illustrating the combined presentation of ADHD, with hyperactivity, impulsivity, and inattention across school and home settings, to bring foundations into practice.
Establish ADHD diagnosis through interviews, observed behavior, and rating scales with input from parents and teachers. Ensure criteria include persistent symptoms across settings and onset before age 12 per DSM-5.
Explore co-occurring conditions in ADHD through two study cases, showing how medication and CBT address ADHD with social anxiety and major depressive disorder via tailored treatment.
Stimulant medications raise dopamine and norepinephrine to improve focus and impulse control in ADHD, with benefits varying by individual; non-stimulants like atomoxetine and guanfacine er offer alternatives under medical guidance.
Explore evidence-based therapy and behavioral interventions for ADHD, including CBT and DBT, plus parent training, social skills, and executive function skills training to improve daily functioning and emotional regulation.
Develop communication and advocacy skills for individuals with ADHD and their families by practicing I statements, active listening, clear requests, and building supportive networks and self-advocacy for accommodations.
Advocate for your child by understanding IEPs and 504 plans, communicating effectively with school staff, and connecting with ADHD resources, support groups, and online communities to build a support network.
Explore how ADHD families connect in support groups and how Chloe asserts rights as a college student with extended exam time through the Disability Services Office with therapist support.
Discover strengths-based perspectives that empower thriving with ADHD by highlighting creativity, hyperfocus, resilience, energy, empathy, spontaneity, and humor.
Apply strengths-based perspectives to ADHD through real-life cases, showing how creativity, brainstorming, and problem solving guide career choices and practical strategies for organization and focus.
Explore ADHD in real stories: a teen who works hard to pass class, a 40-year-old diagnosed adult, and an entrepreneur who channels hyperfocus, proving there’s no single right path.
Disclose ADHD, use time blocking and the Pomodoro technique, implement written follow ups, and use remote work to reduce distractions, showing how structure, communication, and flexibility enable thriving at work.
Reflect on your ADHD story, recognize patterns, and identify strengths and struggles to write your next chapter with intention. Be curious, consistent, and kind to yourself.
Do you suspect you or someone you care about may have ADHD?
Are you struggling with focus, time management, emotional regulation, or organization—or trying to support a child or student who is?
-This comprehensive course is designed to give you a deep understanding of Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) across all age groups, from childhood to adulthood.
-Whether you're an adult with ADHD, a parent, educator, or professional, this course equips you with the tools, knowledge, and confidence to better understand and manage ADHD in everyday life. You’ll learn about the science behind ADHD, how it's diagnosed, the differences in how it presents across gender and age, and the latest evidence-based treatments and strategies.
-Through engaging video lessons, real-life case studies, expert insights, and practical resources, you'll explore topics like executive dysfunction, emotional regulation, ADHD at work and school, parenting strategies, and the impact of ADHD on relationships. You’ll also gain access to downloadable tools such as symptom checklists, productivity templates, and resource guides.
-No prior medical or psychological background is needed—just a desire to learn and a willingness to understand ADHD in a deeper, more empowering way.
-Join us and take the first step toward clarity, connection, and confidence—whether for yourself or someone you support.