October is ADHD Awareness Month!

Oct 4, 2024

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

ADHD Awareness Month’s goal:

To provide reliable information and resources to help people thrive with ADHD. Although the month of October is designated as ADHD Awareness Month, learning and sharing information about ADHD is beneficial all year long! 

In keeping with their 2024 theme, Awareness is Key!, they encourage the ADHD community to increase awareness and understanding by sharing ADHD information and supports with all who could benefit.

Learn more here! – https://www.adhdawarenessmonth.org/