About ADHD 101
A calm, beginner-friendly guide to ADHD grounded in established science.
Our purpose
ADHD 101 exists because finding clear, trustworthy information about ADHD shouldn't be hard.
This site is focused on the United States.
Who this site is for
ADHD 101 is written for anyone who wants to understand ADHD better — whether you've just received a diagnosis, suspect you or a loved one might have ADHD, are supporting a child or partner, or are simply curious.
How information is selected
Content on ADHD 101 is compiled from established public-health, clinical, and educational sources — primarily the CDC, NIMH, APA, and peer-reviewed publications.
Note on independent review: ADHD 101 does not currently have an independent medical reviewer. Content is compiled and reviewed by the editorial team. If you identify an error or outdated information, please contact us — we take corrections seriously.
Note on external links: Links to third-party organizations, studies, or tools are provided for reference only. ADHD 101 has no affiliation with any linked third parties and does not imply their endorsement of this site or its content — nor does any link constitute our endorsement of them.
Editorial standards
We hold ourselves to a clear set of principles.
Accuracy first
We cite primary sources and update content when evidence changes.
Plain language
We write for a general audience, not clinicians.
No commercial bias
We do not accept advertising or affiliate fees.
Medical disclaimer
ADHD 101 is an informational resource only. Nothing on this site constitutes medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional.
Scope of this site
ADHD 101 currently provides information and resources intended primarily for people in the United States. Healthcare, medication approval, crisis services, education systems, and legal protections vary by country.
Corrections and feedback
We take accuracy seriously. If you find an error, outdated information, a broken link, or anything that doesn't seem right, please let us know. We review all corrections and update content when warranted. You can reach us through the contact page — select "Report an error or correction" from the topic dropdown.
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