What is ADHD?
ADHD is a neurodevelopmental disorder affecting both children and adults. It is described as a “persistent” or ongoing pattern of inattention and/or hyperactivity-impulsivity that gets in the way of daily life or typical development. Individuals with ADHD may also have difficulties with maintaining attention, executive function (or the brain’s ability to begin an activity, organize itself and manage tasks) and working memory.
There are three presentations of ADHD:
- Inattentive
- Hyperactive-impulsive
- Combined inattentive & hyperactive-impulsive
Deciding if a person has Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a several step process. There is no single test to diagnose ADHD: many other problems, like anxiety and depression, can have similar symptoms. Thus, diagnosing ADHD should be done only by trained health care providers.
ADHD Awareness Month
The mission of ADHD Awareness Month is to educate the public about ADHD by disseminating reliable information based on the evidence of science and peer-reviewed research. In keeping with the 2025 theme, The Many Faces of ADHD, we are offering activities, workshops and drop-ins to encourage the ADHD community to increase awareness and understanding by sharing ADHD information and supports with all who could benefit.
Family Activities
Drop-Ins
Parent Carer Activities and Workshops
On Demand Workshops
Low Demand Approach
Supporting your Neurodivergent Teen
Sleep Workshop
Executive Functioning and Visuals
Zones of Regulation
Sensory Workshop
Neurodiversity online parent/carer workshops from Suffolk LocalOffer
Helpful Articles
Helpful Resources
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Rejection Sensitivity Dysphoria
What is Body Doubling?
Let's Talk About ADHD
How to deal with Rejection Sensitivity
