If you have ADHD or think you might:
The A.D.D. Resource Center can help!

Adults

ADHD and Vitamin D: What the Research Shows

by

If you or your child has ADHD, vitamin D may be playing a quiet but meaningful role in brain function — and most people aren’t checking their levels. Research consistently shows that people with ADHD tend to have lower vitamin D than their peers, and that low prenatal levels are linked to higher ADHD risk in children. While vitamin D won’t replace medication or coaching, correcting a deficiency is low-cost, low-risk, and supported by a growing body of evidence. Here’s what you need to know.

Precision Medicine and ADHD: What the Research Means for You

by

​Harold Robert Meyer | The ADD Resource Center haroldmeyer@addrc.org   http://www.addrc.org/  Reviewed 03/01/2026 – Published 03/13/2026 ​​Listen to understand, not just to respond​ Imagine a future where your doctor doesn’t guess which ADHD medication might work for you — they know, based on your biology. That future is closer than you might think. Precision medicine is reshaping how researchers … Read more

When Your Child Asks Why: Talking About Antisemitism and Hate

by

Children with ADHD already know what it feels like to be misunderstood, judged unfairly, or left out. That lived experience gives them a unique capacity for empathy — and makes conversations about prejudice and hate both personally meaningful and developmentally important. When they see news reports of synagogues vandalized or Jewish communities targeted, their questions deserve honest answers. Silence doesn’t protect children from a difficult world. It leaves them to make sense of it alone, often with incomplete or frightening information. Engaging them thoughtfully builds resilience, moral clarity, and the courage to stand up for others.

How To Talk to Your Doctor: Get the Care You Need

by

​Harold Robert Meyer | The ADD Resource Center haroldmeyer@addrc.org   http://www.addrc.org/  Reviewed 03/01/2026 – Published 03/12/2026 ​​Listen to understand, not just to respond​ Learn how to communicate clearly with your doctor when you have ADHD. Use scripts, checklists, and proven strategies to get better care and feel more confident. Executive Summary Medical appointments can feel overwhelming when you have … Read more

Exercise and ADHD: Why Movement is Essential for Focus

by

If you struggle with focus or restless energy, the most powerful tool for your ADHD brain isn’t found in a pharmacy—it is in your sneakers. Recent clinical evidence suggests that Exercise is as effective as traditional therapies for managing mental health symptoms. For a person with ADHD, movement is a biological necessity that resets your brain’s chemistry. By the end of this article, you will understand how movement acts as a natural spark for executive function and why it should be your first-line approach to a successful ADHD management plan.

ADHD & Hot-Button Debates: 8 Strategies to Stay Out

by

​Harold Robert Meyer | The ADD Resource Center haroldmeyer@addrc.org   http://www.addrc.org/  Reviewed 03/01/2026 – Published 03/07/2026 ​​Listen to understand, not just to respond​ Executive Summary Hot-button topics—Ukraine, Iran, immigration, politics—can ignite instant, intense reactions in people with ADHD. Impulsivity, emotional dysregulation, and a dopamine-seeking brain make it surprisingly easy to step into a heated debate you never planned to … Read more

People should talk with their doctor about whether, when, and how to deprescribe psychostimulants.

by

Harold Robert Meyer | The ADD Resource Centerharoldmeyer@addrc.org   http://www.addrc.org/  Reviewed 03/01/2026 – Published 03/07/2026 ​​Listen to understand, not just to respond Note: This is not medical advice. Making any changes on your own can lead to catastrophic results. When to raise the question YReasons to talk with your prescriber include (ncbi.nlm.nih) It is usually recommended to have at … Read more

ADHD and Obesity: Understanding the Connection and What You Can Do About It

by

A 2016 systematic review and meta-analysis published in the American Journal of Psychiatry consistently shows that individuals with ADHD face a significantly elevated risk of overweight and obesity — yet this connection remains widely underrecognized by both patients and clinicians. The relationship is not simply about willpower or lifestyle choices. It is rooted in the neurobiology of ADHD itself: executive dysfunction, impulsivity, disordered eating patterns, and shared genetic pathways all contribute. The good news is that once this connection is understood, targeted, ADHD-informed strategies can make a meaningful difference. This article explains why ADHD and obesity so often go hand-in-hand — and offers practical, evidence-based approaches for individuals, families, and the professionals who support them.

How to Turn Overwhelming Emails Into Organized Action Plans: A Productivity System From The ADD Resource Center

by

​Harold Robert Meyer | The ADD Resource Center haroldmeyer@addrc.org     http://www.addrc.org/   Reviewed 0​3/​01/2026 – Published 0​3/30/2026 ​​Listen to understand, not just to respond Caution: Make sure your emails and your computer/smartphone is completely backed up first. If you are unsure of how to do this – don’t. Do not rely exclusively on this AI tool, as it … Read more

When Every Choice Feels Like a Trap: ADHD and the Fear of Making Decisions

by

Decision-making fear is one of the most overlooked—and most disruptive—aspects of living with ADHD. This article explains why the ADHD brain is especially vulnerable to decision paralysis, explores the role of executive dysfunction, emotional dysregulation, and rejection-sensitive dysphoria (RSD), and offers practical, brain-friendly strategies to help you make decisions with less anxiety and more confidence. You don’t have to be stuck forever.

ADD Resource Center
/* Clarify tracking https://clarity.microsoft.com/ */