Children & Adults with Attention Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (CHADD) of California is a statewide community where people impacted by ADHD come together to learn, connect, and grow through evidence-based education and peer support — because thriving with ADHD begins with finding your people and knowing you’re not alone.

 

ADHD is a lifelong neurodevelopmental condition that affects executive function, self-regulation, and emotional processing. Research shows that ADHD-related challenges can shorten life expectancy by up to 13 years*, yet outcomes improve dramatically when individuals have access to accurate diagnosis, compassionate education, effective treatment, skill-building, and supportive communities.

 

Through peer-led groups, educational meetups, and community learning events, CHADD of California helps people connect, learn, and grow together. Our online community and resource network extend support beyond meetings — creating a place where anyone impacted by ADHD can find understanding, ideas, and hope.

 

We serve everyone touched by ADHD — children, teens, and adults with ADHD; their parents, caregivers, and partners; as well as the professionals and educators who support them.

 

Together, we are creating a connected, informed, and empowered ADHD community — one that celebrates strengths, supports struggles, and helps every individual with ADHD live a fuller, more balanced life.