Resources

There is a vast amount of information relating to ADHD on the web. The aim of the resources page is to link you to reliable and evidence based Australian information.

Importance of a diagnosis & referral

Certain ADHD symptoms are similar to those caused by other conditions, such as anxiety or mood disorders.
An undiagnosed condition, such as a learning disability or substance abuse disorder, may interact and increase the severity of ADHD symptoms.
Management of other conditions may be required before commencing treatment for ADHD.
A referral is required to access funding you may be eligible for.
Collaboration within your healthcare team helps achieve consistency of care and may save time and money.

Further reading: The dangers of self-diagnosis - Better Health Victoria

Finding reliable health information

Health information needs to be reliable and evidence-based.
A number of misconceptions about ADHD still persist.
Testimonials in advertising are prohibited in regulated health services because:
- they may have no objective basis;
- they can be misleading;
- the experienced outcome of one does not necessarily reflect the outcome or likely outcome for others;
- they are not usually a balanced source of information; and
- not everyone has the expert knowledge to assess the accuracy of the information.(AHPRA)

Further reading: Finding reliable health information - Better Health Victoria

ADHD information

Books

Title: Taking Charge of Adult ADHD

By: Russell Barkley & Christine Benton.
Refer: ISBN 9781462546855, October 2021.
About: Provides eight everyday rules for success and simple strategies. It is easy to understand, concise & user-friendly.

Web sites

Name: ADDults with ADHD
Mission: To be 'the' evidence-based information source and advocate for adults with ADHD and their communities in Australia.

Name: ADHD Australia
About: An independent, national, non-profit body that represents the interests of all people and organisations involved in the area of ADHD.