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Going to the Doctor
What you should consider before you see your doctor about... more »
10 Simple Solutions to Adult ADD
A condensed guide jampacked with advice for adults with ADD... more »
Making the System Work for Your Child with ADHD
An expert guide that will help parents learn to manage... more »
20 Reasons Why You Should Hire A Coach
How the right coach can help ADHD adults meet personal... more »
Finding A Doctor or Therapist Who Works For You
Helpful criteria for choosing a doctor, therapist, counselor or other... more »
Never-ending Search
Want to make sure you get the medications you need?... more »
Planning Ahead to Get Meds On Time
Check out mail-order pharmacies that ship multiple refills — to... more »
Upstairs, Downstairs
Choosing a doctor (and pharmacy) that's near your home will... more »
Incomplete Prescription
An accommodating doctor will help ensure that patients with ADD... more »
Constant Questioning
One woman tells the price she has to pay just... more »
Cooperative Doc
An adult ADDer finds a new, convenient way to get... more »
FAQ About ADHD Coaching
The ADD Coach is like having a personal trainer for... more »
People Don’t Understand
A mother shares frustration about "defending" the ADHD diagnosis to... more »
The DESIRE to Manage Your ADD
Five important steps for getting started on the path to... more »
"The AD/HD Book"
Navigate the ADHD maze with these wise and practical solutions... more »
The Survival Guide for Kids with ADD or ADHD
Kid-friendly tools to make each day a great one... more »
Everyday Ways to Be an ADHD Advocate
Help others understand ADHD... more »
Start a Support Group in 7 Steps
Start a local group with this step-by-step plan... more »
Secrets to Great Sleep
Follow these tips for good sleep hygiene... more »

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