Welcome to ADHD UK
ADHD UK is by people with ADHD for people with ADHD.
The best place to start is our About ADHD page. From there we have videos (by Dr Max Davie – specialist in ADHD, trustee of ADHD UK and person with ADHD), we have information on teacher attitudes to help inform conversations with your school, and for adults a self-screener survey to uncover if you might have ADHD.
If you think you have ADHD and are worried about NHS waiting times please look at the diagnosis pathway page, which has information on your NHS Right to Choose and faster NHS paid options.
We’ve recently launched our discovery platform to find ADHD strategies, products and ideas.
We hold video based support groups. Bringing people together on areas such as “Recently diagnosed Adult ADHD”, “Finding the right career”, “Parenting” and others. If you are interesting in participating join our mailing list to be notified.
If you want to get involved. You can read our political goals and strategy here as well as learn about how to get involved. If you want to donate or fundraise. Then please get in touch! If you’d like to explore volunteering then register your interest here.
To follow us as we grow please follow us on facebook, twitter or instagram or join our mailing list.
Current Research
Right now we’re undertaking research into the structured support available for people ADHD. In particular, we want to learn about people’s experiences of Exam Halls, To-do Systems, Access to Work, got Workplace Adjustments, Student Disability Allowance and/or Personal Independence Payments.
If you’ve got experience please click the links. We’ll use your learnings to help others with ADHD.
Donate to ADHD UK
Please consider donating to support our work. We’re working to positively change what it means to have ADHD in the UK. We need your help to do that.
We receive no government funds. Fundraising is extremely difficult because of the economic climate and because of the discrimination and stigma that means many can’t be out and ask for fundraising sponsorship.
That means any donation you give is extremely valued. It is the only way we can do the work we do. Thank you for considering it.
ADHD Marketplace
Coaches and more
A diverse directory of professionals who truly understand ADHD. All in our Marketplace. If you are interested in getting an ADHD Coach, Tutor, Home or Office Organiser, attending a Workshop or more then check it out. If you offer ADHD services and want to participate then get in touch.
What is ADHD
One of many videos available on our youtube channel.
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ADHD UK are regularly across UK Media. Raising the profile of ADHD in the UK:
Henry Shelford on Talk Radio with Cristo Foufas Talking about ADHD in the Election and How our Issues are being missed in the Manifestos
Henry Shelford on Talk Radio with Cristo Foufas Talking about ADHD in the Election and How our Issues are Being Missed in the Manifestos
BBC Radio Kent: Henry Shelford providing an update about the ADHD medication issue in the UK
Henry Shelford, CEO and Co-Founder of ADHD UK was interviewed and provided an update about the ADHD medication issue in the UK.
Henry Shelford on BBC Look North Talking About the Urgent Need for Better ADHD Support Following Tragic Loss of Teenager
Henry Shelford on BBC Look North Talking About the Urgent Need for Better ADHD Support Following Tragic Loss of Teenager.
BBC Radio 4: ADHD Medication Shortages: Impact on Students and Request for Community Input
Henry Shelford, CEO and Co-Founder of ADHD UK was interviewed and provided background information.
BBC: Student rations ADHD medication ahead of exams
ADHD UK have worked with the BBC on this important piece on the impact of the ADHD medication supply issues, studying, revision and upcoming exams.
BBC News: Oxfordshire: ADHD medication shortage continues, pharmacists say
Henry Shelford, CEO and Co-Founder of ADHD UK was interviewed and provided background information.
The Guardian: The sudden rise of AuDHD: what is behind the rocketing rates of this life-changing diagnosis?
Henry Shelford, CEO and Co-Founder of ADHD UK was interviewed and provided background information.
BBC The One Show: The ADHD Medication Crisis and Its Impact on Employment
Henry Shelford, CEO and Co-Founder of ADHD UK was interviewed and provided background information.
BBC Radio 5 Live: ADHD UK’s CEO and Co-Founder, Henry Shelford, Addresses the Impact of National ADHD Medication Shortages on Stress and Anxiety Levels in an Exclusive Interview
Henry Shelford, CEO and Co-Founder of ADHD UK was interviewed and provided background information.
Practice Business News: ADHD medication shortage threatens jobs
Henry Shelford, CEO and Co-Founder of ADHD UK was interviewed and provided background information.
BBC: ADHD medication shortage leads to fears over people’s jobs
Henry Shelford, CEO and Co-Founder of ADHD UK was interviewed and provided background information.
BBC Radio Sussex: Beyond the Bottleneck: Navigating the ADHD Medication Shortage with Henry Shelford
Henry Shelford, CEO and Co-Founder of ADHD UK was interviewed and provided background information.
BBC Radio London: Addressing the Crisis: Henry Shelford on the ADHD Medication Shortage
Henry Shelford, CEO and Co-Founder of ADHD UK was interviewed and provided background information.
BBC: ADHD medication shortage: ‘I’m white knuckling everyday life’
ADHD UK provided background information to the article.
BBC Radio Kent: Henry Shelford on BBC Radio Kent talking about the ADHD medication crisis and its impact to those who are affected.
Henry Shelford on BBC Radio Kent talking about the ADHD medication crisis and its impact on those who are affected.
BBC: ADHD medication shortage: Brighton author calls for overhaul of system
Henry Shelford, CEO and Co-Founder of ADHD UK provided comment for the article. "Individuals with ADHD are being let down across the country. We have waiting lists
News & Star: Dearham mother raises awareness of ADHD after son’s sudden death
Henry Shelford, CEO and Co-Founder of ADHD UK provided comment for the article.
Henry Shelford on BBC News London talking about the ADHD medication crisis and the Royal College of Psychiatrists call for more support for children in school struggling in the absence of the ADHD medication.
Henry Shelford on BBC News London talking about the ADHD medication crisis and the Royal College of Psychiatrists call for more support for children in school
Henry Shelford on BBC News 24 talking about the ADHD medication crisis and the Royal College of Psychiatrists call for more support for children in school struggling in the absence of the ADHD medication.
Henry Shelford on BBC News 24 talking about the ADHD medication crisis and the Royal College of Psychiatrists call for more support for children in school
BBC CWR Radio: Henry Shelford on BBC Coventry and Warwickshire Radio talking about the Warwickshire Councillors’ outrageous comments about ADHD in UK.
Henry Shelford on BBC Coventry and Warwickshire Radio talking about the Warwickshire Councillors' outrageous comments about ADHD in UK.
Financial Times: Wealthier adults drive sharp rise in demand for ADHD drugs
ADHD UK provided background information, supplied data, and support for this article.
LBC Radio : Henry live on the Nick Ferrari Breakfast show talking about the times article on ADHD and the number of people now diagnosised with ADHD
Henry Shelford, CEO and Co-Founder of ADHD UK was interviewed and provided background information.
SW Londoner: Autism and ADHD patients struggle as NHS diagnosis waiting lists keep getting longer
Henry Shelford, CEO and Co-Founder of ADHD UK provided comment for the article. "ADHD impacts every aspect of your life whether it’s your work, relationships or mental
BBC: ADHD medicine shortage devastating families – MP
Henry Shelford, CEO and Co-Founder of ADHD UK provided comment for the article. "The sudden removal of medication was "akin to removing a wheelchair from a disabled
Our three most recent additions to our ADHD and Famous Page :
Jessie J
Jessica Ellen Cornish (b. March 1988), known professionally as Jessie J, is an English singer and songwriter. Born and raised in London, she began her career
Skye Wheatley
Skye Wheatley (b. 1994) is an Australian reality television personality, model, and social media influencer. She gained fame after appearing on the reality TV series "Big
Lewis Hamilton
Sir Lewis Carl Davidson Hamilton MBE HonFREng (b.1985) is a British racing driver competing in Formula One, driving for Mercedes, and has also driven for McLaren.
Kit Harington
Christopher Catesby "Kit" Harington (b.1986) is an English actor. He is best known for his role as Jon Snow in the HBO fantasy television series Game
Nicky Campbell
Nicky Campbell OBE is a Scottish broadcaster, TV presenter and journalist. He has spoken about being diagnosed with ADHD.
Alasdair Gill
Alasdair Gill, known to his friends as Ali, is a chef and entrepreneur with a compelling life story. He has spoken about having ADHD.
Sarah Keyworth
Sarah Keyworth (b. 1993) is an English stand-up comedian who began a career in comedy in 2012, eventually going full-time in 2018 after being nominated for
Sheridan Smith
Sheridan Smith OBE (b. 1981) is an English actress, singer, and television personality. Smith came to prominence after playing a variety of characters on sitcoms such
Ben Fogle
Benjamin Myer Fogle, FRGS (b. 1973) is an English broadcaster, writer and adventurer, best known for his presenting roles with British television channels Channel 5, BBC
Jessie Wynter
Jessie Renée Wynter (b. 1996) was an Islander on Season 2 of Love Island Australia. She has spoken about having ADHD.
Barry Keoghan
Barry Keoghan (b. 1992) is an Irish actor. He has spoken about having ADHD.
Marjolein Robertson
Marjolein Robertson (b. 1990) is a Scottish stand-up comedian and actress from the Shetland Islands. She has spoken about having ADHD.
Shaun Ryder
Shaun William George Ryder (b. 1962) is an English singer, songwriter and poet. He has spoken about having ADHD.
Luz (pronounced ‘Luce’)
Luz Corrigan (b.2001) is a young Irish singer-songwriter with a talent for crafting compelling music with her evocative voice and storytelling ability. She has spoken about
Zoe Ball
Zoe Louise Ball (b. 1970) is a British broadcaster and presenter. She has spoken about having ADHD.
Charlotte Gill
Charlotte Gill (b.1971) is a Canadian fiction and non-fiction writer. She has spoken about having ADHD.
Ellie Middleton
Ellie Middleton is a creator, speaker, writer, consultant and founder of the (un)masked community for neurodivergents.
Claire Rafferty
Claire Lauren Rafferty (b. 1989) is an English pundit and retired professional footballer. She has spoken about having ADHD.
Tom Hanks
Tom Hanks talking about having ADD
Ryan Clayton
Ryan Clayton (b. 1982), is an English former professional rugby league footballer who played in the 2000s and 2010s. He wrote about having ADHD.
Dr Alex George
Dr Alex George, UK Ambassador for Mental Health. Host of @thestompcast podcast. Co-founder of mens mental fitness app @be_mettle_. Award winning author. He wrote about having
Tommy Mallet
Tommy Mallet is a reality TV personality and company entrepreneur who rose to prominence after appearing on TOWIE. He spoke about having ADHD in an exclusive
John Whaite
John Whaite is an English baker, chef, television presenter and author. He rose to fame when he won the third series of The Great British Bake Off in
Daniel Kwan
Daniel Kwan is an American director. He is part of the film-making due Daniels, with Daniel Sheinart, with Everything Everywhere All at Once winning them three
Our three most recent ADHD UK Celebrity Ambassadors :
Tanya Bardsley
Tanya is a celebrity ambassador for ADHD UK.
Heston Blumenthal
Heston is a celebrity ambassador for ADHD UK.
Josie Sedgwick-Davies
Josie is a celebrity ambassador for ADHD UK.
Our three most recent ADHD UK Ambassadors :
Michael Wilson
Michael is an Ambassador for ADHD UK
Hannah Whitfield
Hannah is an Ambassador for ADHD UK
Niamh Rasmussen
Niamh is an Ambassador for ADHD UK
Kevin Healey, BCAv
Kevin is an Ambassador for ADHD UK
Stephen Taylor
Stephen is an Ambassador for ADHD UK
Simon Pitts-Drake
Simon is an Ambassador for ADHD UK
Eleanor Green
Eleanor is an Ambassador for ADHD UK
Amie Butterworth
Amie is an Ambassador for ADHD UK
Samantha Clarke
Samantha is an Ambassador for ADHD UK
Tanya Bardsley
Tanya is a celebrity ambassador for ADHD UK.
Heston Blumenthal
Heston is a celebrity ambassador for ADHD UK.
Josie Sedgwick-Davies
Josie is a celebrity ambassador for ADHD UK.
Andrew Johnson
Andrew is an Ambassador for ADHD UK