ADHD New Zealand (ADHD NZ)

ADHD NZ — Assessment & Diagnosis

ADHD NZ — Support Groups

ADHD NZ — Support Organisations

ADHD NZ — Vlogs & Blogs

ADHD Research Institute of NZ

Beehyve Health

Beehyve — ADHD Support Directory

Beehyve — How to Get Diagnosed in NZ

Building Minds (Auckland)

Gold Mind Academy

Healthify NZ — ADHD

Healthify NZ — ADHD Support

Health Navigator NZ — ADHD

Learning & Behaviour Charitable Trust NZ

Mental Health Foundation NZ

Mental Health Foundation NZ — ADHD Groups

MindFit NZ — ADHD Resources

MindMatters Clinic NZ

NZ Adults with ADHD (Facebook)

NZ Telepsych Network — ADHD Assessment

Rethink NZ

Transcend Admin NZ

ACAMH Blog

ADDitude Magazine Blog

ADHD Dude

ADHD Ireland Blog

ADHD Online

ADHD Roller Coaster

ADHD Wise Squirrels

An ADD Woman

Beyond BookSmart Blog

Black Girl Lost Keys

CHADD Blog

How to ADHD (Blog)

Impact Parents ADHD

Inattentive ADHD Coalition

Marla Cummins ADHD Coach

Parenting ADHD & Autism

Reset ADHD

Smart Kids with LD

The ADHD Homestead

The Mini ADHD Coach

Thriving with ADHD

Totally ADD

Understood.org Blog

Living Well with Adult ADHD

"The Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework has grown from its origins in special education to being widely used to support all students, making the fully rewritten second edition of this indis

When an Adult You Love Has ADHD

"The chapters describe 30 different graduate-level careers for those holding a PhD, EdD, or PsyD in three distinct areas of endeavor: academia, clinical and counseling psychology specialized settings

Mastering Your Adult ADHD

ADD-Friendly Ways to Organize Your Life

Answers to Distraction

The bestselling authors of Driven to Distraction share everything you need to know about ADD in this revised and updated edition. Two experts respond to the most frequently asked questions about Atten

Adult ADHD: How to Succeed as a Hunter in a Farmer's World

Delivered from Distraction

“If you read only one book about attention deficit disorder, it should be Delivered from Distraction.”—Michael Thompson, Ph.D., New York Times bestselling co-author of Raising Cain In 1994, Driven to

ADHD Is Awesome

AN INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER — MORE THAN 250,000 COPIES SOLD! The engaging, uplifting antidote to traditional ADHD books (which, let's be honest, if you have ADHD you'd never read anyway). You

A Thousand Ways to Pay Attention

Now in paperback: A captivating, heralded memoir, "unflinching and full of truth" (Katherine May), of a woman making a home on a small farm while grappling with an unexpected ADHD diagnosis “When you

I Know You're in There

Many of us carry an ingrained belief that we are somehow inadequate, separate, and alone, which can lead to a general dissatisfaction with life, conflicts with others, and an estrangement from ourselv

ADHD Nation

More than 1 in 7 American children get diagnosed with ADHD - three times what experts have said is appropriate - meaning that millions of kids are misdiagnosed and taking medications such as Adderall

A Radical Guide for Women with ADHD

Anyone attempting to describe the indescribable nature of reality faces the same challenge--how does one use words to explain something that transcends language? Many writers fall into the trap of usi

Attention Deficit Disorder: The Unfocused Mind

Myths about Attention Deficit Disorder/Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADD/ADHD) abound. This disorder frequently goes unrecognised, and even when diagnosed may be inadequately treated. In t

Organizing Solutions for People with ADHD

If you’re one of the 10 million American adults with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), every day is a struggle to keep your home, your office, your electronics, and your calendar organi

Driven to Distraction

"Through vivid stories and case histories of patients--both adults and children ... [the authors] explore the varied forms ADHD takes, from hyperactivity to daydreaming. They dispel common myths, offe

Natural Relief for Adult ADHD

For some people with attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), medication may not be the right answer, and for others, medication alone may not be enough. Natural Relief for Adult ADHD offers a

The Gifts of Imperfection

A deep book about Courage, Compassion and Connection; these are decisions (mind sets) to lead our way to being wholehearted, to loving ourselves and others. We can not give what we do not have. Real

No-Drama Discipline

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • The pioneering experts behind The Whole-Brain Child and The Yes Brain tackle the ultimate parenting challenge: discipline. “A lot of fascinating insights . . . an eye-opene

Married to Distraction

Are you more distant from your spouse than you'd like to be? Do you sometimes get into big struggles over what amount to mere administrative details? Do you or your spouse waste time "screensucking"--

Smart but Stuck

Smart But Stuck is an updated look at how smart people with learning gaps can not only overcome them, but become successful in learning--and life. This edition explores the emotional aspects of learni

Taking Charge of ADHD (4th Ed.)

Dr. Barkley provides step-by-step strategies for managing symptoms and reducing their impact. Readers get hands-on self-assessment tools and skills-building exercises, plus clear answers to frequently

ADHD in Adults: What the Science Says

Providing a new perspective on ADHD in adults, this compelling book analyzes findings from two major studies directed by leading authority Russell A. Barkley. Groundbreaking information is presented o

Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder: A Handbook (4th Ed.)

"This edition strives to extract from the mine of available scientific literature those nuggets of clinically important information regarding the nature, assessment, diagnosis, and management of atten

10 Simple Solutions to Adult ADD

"Many tens of thousands of readers have found needed information and support in this authoritative guide, now in a revised and updated second edition. Preeminent expert Russell A. Barkley explains wha

Spark: The Revolutionary New Science of Exercise and the Brain

A groundbreaking and fascinating investigation into the transformative effects of exercise on the brain, from the bestselling author and renowned psychiatrist John J. Ratey, MD.Did you know you can be

What Your ADHD Child Wishes You Knew

"A veteran psychologist presents a proven roadmap to help ADHD kids succeed in school and life. You've read all the expert advice, but despite countless efforts to help your child cope better and stay

Order from Chaos

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Understand Your Brain, Get More Done

Offers solutions for parents and teachers such as how to help students with short attention spans and how to reduce disruptive behavior. Copyright © Libri GmbH. All rights reserved.

Your Life Can Be Better

The author shares his personal story of how he, his patients and his friends are coping with ADD.

Taking Charge of ADHD

Dr. Barkley provides step-by-step strategies for managing symptoms and reducing their impact. Readers get hands-on self-assessment tools and skills-building exercises, plus clear answers to frequently

Neurodivergent Friendly Workbook of DBT Skills

Empowering Youth with ADHD

People with ADHD often struggle with time management, staying organized, maintaining relationships, and other life skills. Professional coaching can help them overcome these obstacles and regain confi

The Whole-Brain Child

The authors explain the new science of how a child's brain is wired and how it matures, along with advice on how to put this information to work in raising happier, calmer children.

Loving Someone with ADD

"It isn't easy to be a loving partner to someone who is routinely distracted, has trouble restraining their impulses, and finds it difficult to communicate with others. But for those who have partners

Fidgety Woman in a Blurry World

Finally Focused

Discover the ADHD solution for your child with this holistic, evidence-based, and customizable approach to alleviating unwanted symptoms without relying on medication. “A clear, effective, and science

On Task: How Our Brain Gets Things Done

Look Me in the Eye

Memoir of John Robison whose odd behavior was explained when he was diagnosed with a form of autism called Asperger's syndrome when he was forty and the change that made in his life.

Hyper: A Personal History of ADHD

The author describes his struggles with ADHD, discussing the history of the disease, treatments and therapies, and its possible causes.

The Disorganized Mind

Treating ADHD in Children and Adolescents

The Adult ADHD Tool Kit

A central source of frustration for most adults with ADHD is that they know what they need to do but they have difficulties turning their intentions into actions. These difficulties also interfere wit

More Attention, Less Deficit

This is the only book on Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) written in a structure that caters to the tendency for adults with ADHD to jump around. This essential guidebook begins by desc

Late Bloomer

Leo, a young tiger, finally blooms under the anxious eyes of his parents.

The ADHD Explosion

This book connects traditional religions to the thriving religious activity in Africa today.

A.D.D. and Romance

The Mindfulness Prescription for Adult ADHD

Do you: • Have trouble paying attention and staying on task? • Suffer from disorganization, procrastination, or forgetfulness? • Have difficulty with restlessness or trouble managing stron

The Queen of Distraction

From getting dressed in the morning, to making it to a job interview, to planning dinner--sometimes just getting through the day can be an ordeal for a woman with ADHD. The Queen of Distraction presen

Too Perfect: When Being in Control Gets Out of Control

For many of us, perfectionism can bring life's most desired rewards. But when the obsessive need for perfection and control gets in the way of our professional and emotional lives, the cost becomes to

The Couple's Guide to Thriving with ADHD

"More and more often, adults are realizing that the reason they are struggling so much in their relationship is that they are impacted by previously undiagnosed adult ADHD. The Couple's Guide to Thriv

Making the Grade with ADD

From the author of the successful 10 Simple Solutions to Adult ADD, Stephanie Moulton Sarkis, Making the Grade with ADD offers college students tips they can use to succeed in all aspects of college l

12 Principles for Raising a Child with ADHD

Over decades of research and work with thousands of families, Russell A. Barkley has become a leading authority on attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in kids and teens. He has learned wha

Executive Functions: What They Are, How They Work, and Why They Evolved

This groundbreaking book offers a comprehensive theory of executive functioning (EF) with important clinical implications. Synthesizing cutting-edge neuropsychological and evolutionary research, Russe

Straight Talk about ADHD in Girls

Parenting a daughter with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is no easy path--especially because of the myth that the disorder is rare to nonexistent in girls. From pioneering researcher

Transforming the Difficult Child

Your Defiant Teen

When your teen’s rebellious behavior “crosses the line,” how can you reestablish your authority without getting caught in a power struggle? Bestselling authors and distinguished psychologists Russell

ADHD and the Edison Gene

Explores how the ADHD gene is and has been critical to humanity’s development • Shows how artists, inventors, and innovators carry the gene necessary for the future survival of humanity • Explains why

ADHD After Dark

This pioneering book explores the impact of ADHD on a couple’s sex life and relationship. It explains how a better sex life will benefit your relationship (and vice versa) and why that’s especially im

Taking Charge of Adult ADHD (2nd Ed.)

If you're among the millions of adults with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), you need the latest facts about the disorder and its treatment. You need practical strategies to help devel

Your Defiant Child (2nd Ed.)

This engaging text provides a solid introduction to mapmaking in the era of cloud computing. It takes students through both the concepts and technology of modern cartography, geographic information sy

Managing ADHD in School

Dr. Russell Barkley, internationally respected expert on ADHD, draws on his 40 years of clinical work with thousands of students, teachers and schools to create a definitive resource for the most effe

ADHD 2.0

World-renowned authors present a revolutionary new idea: What if people viewed impulsivity, distractibility, and hyperactivity as personality traits instead of symptoms? Furthermore, what if those tra

Taking Charge of Adult ADHD

If you're among the millions of adults with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), you need the latest facts about the disorder and its treatment. You need practical strategies to help devel

How to ADHD

Harness the healing power of essential oils with this deck of 52 cards with simple recipes for natural remedies and household use, from the bestselling authors of the Healing Power of Essential Oils.

Scattered Minds

In this breakthrough guide to understanding, treating, and healing Attention Deficit Disorder, Dr. Gabor Maté, an adult with ADD and the father of three ADD children, shares information on: · The exte

You Mean I'm Not Lazy, Stupid or Crazy?!

With over a quarter million copies in print, You Mean I'm Not Lazy, Stupid or Crazy?! is one of the bestselling books on attention deficit disorder (ADD) ever written. There is a great deal of literat

Your Brain's Not Broken

Lose the shame, love your brain, and live better with ADHD If you have ADHD, your brain doesn't work in the same way as a "normal" or neurotypical brain does because it's wired differently. This diffe

ADHD for Smart Ass Women

An unprecedented guide for any woman with ADHD looking to celebrate her unique brilliance and to embark on a journey of self-discovery. ADHD is one of the most common neurological disorders in the Uni

Women with Attention Deficit Disorder

"In this pioneering exploration of ADD, Sari Solden combines real-life histories and treatment experiences with the latest clinical research to create a new screening checklist specifically for women.

ADHD Girls to Women

ADHD girls and women often fall under the radar. Their lives impacted by a society that is largely disinterested in understanding ADHD outside of the male framework. No longer. This book connects the

Self-Care for People with ADHD

How to Keep House While Drowning

***How to Keep House While Drowning*** will introduce you to six life-changing principles that will revolutionize the way you approach home care—without endless to-do lists. Presented in 31 daily thou

Faster Than Normal

A refreshingly practical and honest guide that rewrites the script on ADHD Peter Shankman is a busy guy -- a media entrepreneur who runs several businesses, gives keynote speeches around the world, ho

The ADHD Effect on Marriage

Is It You, Me, or Adult A.D.D.?

As many as 30 million adults in the U.S. share a genetic condition that threatens their health, employment, finances, and even their closest relationships. Yet only one million adults know they have i

Dirty Laundry

Dirty Laundry the story of Lily Arthur and her lifelong battle for justice.

Smart but Scattered

Presents advice for parents of children who lack basic "executive skills," providing strategies to help children become organized, increase concentration, follow instructions, be persistent, and compl

The Explosive Child

A groundbreaking approach to understanding and parenting children who frequently exhibit severe fits of temper and other intractable behaviors, from a distinguished clinician and pioneer in this field

Thriving with ADHD Workbook for Kids

Everybody has things that make them extra special. For you--and millions of other kids across the world--one of those things is ADHD. Though ADHD is very common, your symptoms might make you feel frus

Now It All Makes Sense

A New Understanding of ADHD

"For over 100 years, ADHD has been seen as essentially a behavior disorder. Recent scientific research has developed a new paradigm which recognizes ADHD as a developmental disorder of the cognitive m

Healing ADD

Commonly perceived as a flavor-of-the-month diagnosis, ADD is, in fact, an enormous health problem that will only continue to grow. It affects six percent of the population, yet less than one third ar

ACAMH

ADD Information Services (ADDISS)

ADDitude Magazine

ADHD Action

ADHD Australia

ADHD Evidence

ADHD Foundation (UK)

ADHD Institute

ADHD Ireland

ADHD New Zealand

Beehyve ADHD Support NZ

Beyond BookSmart

CHADD

Child Mind Institute

Exceptional Individuals

Healthify NZ — ADHD

Healthline — ADHD

How to ADHD

Learning & Behaviour Charitable Trust NZ

Medical News Today — ADHD

Mental Health Foundation NZ

NICE Guidelines — ADHD

PsychCentral — ADHD

Psychology Today — ADHD

ScienceDaily — ADHD

The Mini ADHD Coach

Understood.org

Verywell Mind — ADHD

WebMD — ADHD

ADHD Wise Squirrels

How to ADHD (Jessica McCabe)

Dr. Russell Barkley

Haley Moss

Simone Biles

Dani Donovan (The Anti-Planner)

ADHD reWired (Eric Tivers)

Pina (ADHD Alien)

Dr. Sasha (Psychiatrist)

Hacking Your ADHD (William Curb)

Chloe Hayden (Princess Aspien)

Dr. Ned Hallowell

ADHD Love (Rich & Rox)

Michael Phelps

Chris Packham

ADHD Experts Podcast (ADDitude)

Rene Brooks (Black Girl, Lost Keys)

ADHDVision (Nik)

Adam Levine

Dr. Trish Leigh (Brain Rewire)

Connor DeWolfe

Motherhood in ADHD (Patricia)

Olivia Lutfallah

Emma Watson

Dr. John Kruse

Kieran Rose (The Autistic Advocate)

Hayley Honeyman

Sari Solden

Pete Wharmby

The Neurodivergent Woman

MyADHDDiary (Jay)

Justin Timberlake

Siena Castellon

Dr. Sharon Saline

ADHD Chatter (Alex Partridge)

Anthony Hopkins

John Elder Robison

Peter Hyphen

Jarvis Johnson

Gary Numan

Dr. Tony Attwood

Ologies (Alie Ward)

Greta Thunberg

Sad Boyz (Jordan Adika)

Kojo Sarfo (Psychiatrist)

Temple Grandin

Seth Perler

Steve Silberman

Lydia X. Z. Brown

Dan Aykroyd

Paddy McGuinness

Yo Samdy Sam

ADHaDult (Carls)

Dr. Edward Hallowell & Dr. John Ratey

Cynthia Hammer

Ellie Middleton

Gabor Mate

Chalene Johnson

Purple Ella

Hannah Gadsby

The Mini ADHD Coach (Alice)

Cara Delevingne

The Aspie World (Dan)

Emma (ADHD & Autism)

Paige Layle

Solange Knowles

Christine McGuinness

Attention Talk Video (Jeff Copper)

Shakira

Medsafe Data Sheets — ADHD Medications

Official NZ data sheets for all approved ADHD medications including Vyvanse, Ritalin, Concerta, Rubifen and more

Medsafe Consumer Medicine Information

Patient-friendly medicine information sheets for ADHD medications approved in New Zealand

Medsafe Prescriber Update — Lisdexamfetamine Spotlight

Detailed safety overview of Vyvanse (lisdexamfetamine) covering prescribing restrictions, cardiovascular risks, abuse potential and monitoring

New Zealand Formulary — CNS Stimulants & ADHD Drugs

Comprehensive NZ formulary section: dosing, interactions, contraindications and monitoring for all ADHD medications

NZ Formulary for Children — ADHD Medications

Paediatric-specific dosing and patient information leaflets for methylphenidate and other ADHD medications in children

bpacnz — Changes to Psychostimulant Prescribing for ADHD

Jan 2026 guide for NZ primary care: funded meds table, brand switching advice, Special Authority forms and monitoring requirements

KidsHealth NZ — Methylphenidate for ADHD

Parent leaflet on methylphenidate (Ritalin, Rubifen) use in children, adapted from the NZ Formulary for Children

ADHD New Zealand — Stimulant Medication

NZ-specific list of stimulant medications with Medsafe data sheet links, side effects overview and prescribing information

Auckland Neuropsychiatry — ADHD Medication Guide

Detailed NZ psychiatrist walkthrough of every medication available in NZ including off-label options like modafinil, bupropion and guanfacine

Petra Hoggarth — ADHD Medications in NZ Part 1: Stimulants

NZ psychologist's detailed guide to all stimulant medications available in New Zealand with Medsafe data sheet links and duration of action

APA — ADHD Parents Medication Guide

American Psychiatric Association's comprehensive parent guide with FDA-approved medication tables and safety information

CADDRA — Canadian ADHD Medication Chart

Bilingual colour-coded chart showing first/second line treatments, starting dose, duration of action, delivery method and dose titration. Updated October 2024

ADDitude — ADHD Medication List & Comparison Chart

Consumer-facing comparison chart of all major ADHD medications including dosages, formulations and special considerations. Updated annually

CHADD — FDA-Approved ADHD Medications Infographic

Visual infographic of all FDA-approved stimulant and non-stimulant ADHD medications from the CDC-funded National Resource Center on ADHD

ADDitude — Complete ADHD Medication Guide

In-depth guide to ADHD medication for adults and children explaining how stimulants and non-stimulants work, with release mechanism details

CHADD — Medication Management for Adults

Comprehensive guide to ADHD medication management in adults from the CDC-funded National Resource Center covering stimulants, non-stimulants and trial processes

CHADD — Medications Used in the Treatment of ADHD

Parent-focused overview of all ADHD medication types including behavioural combination therapy recommendations

CHADD — Choosing the Best Medication for Adult ADHD

Dr William Dodson's guide to the trial-and-error process of finding the right ADHD medication, widely recommended by the ADHD community

Cleveland Clinic — ADHD Medications: How They Work & Side Effects

Evidence-based patient guide covering medication types, comprehensive side effect tables and medication comparison charts

WebMD — ADHD Medications and Side Effects Chart

Consumer-friendly medication comparison covering stimulants, non-stimulants and antidepressants with side effect information

Drugs.com — 57 ADHD Medications Compared

Comprehensive database of 57 ADHD medications with user ratings, reviews, side effects and drug interaction information

Healthline — ADHD Medication List: Stimulants and Nonstimulants

Detailed breakdown of stimulant vs non-stimulant medications with side effects, dosing and FDA approval information

GoodRx — ADHD Medications Guide

Medication guide covering all ADHD drug classes with price comparison information and practical treatment guidance

Medical News Today — Best Medication for Adult ADHD

Detailed adult-focused medication review covering stimulants, non-stimulants and factors affecting medication choice

CADDAC — Medication & Treatment Information

Canadian patient advocacy site with medication info, provincial formulary access guides and co-pay assistance programmes

Medscape — ADHD Treatment & Management

Deep clinical reference covering all medication classes, titration protocols, monitoring requirements and off-label treatment options

Medscape — ADHD Medications Reference

Drug-by-drug clinical breakdown with FDA approval details, pharmacology, dosing and contraindications

UpToDate — ADHD Treatment with Medications

Gold-standard clinical reference for ADHD pharmacotherapy. Referenced by NZ Medsafe prescriber updates. Subscription required

NCBI Bookshelf — ADHD Medications for Adults Review

Comprehensive evidence review of stimulants vs non-stimulants for adult ADHD including clinical effectiveness, safety and cost-effectiveness

Nature — ADHD Treatments Move Beyond Stimulants (Jan 2026)

Feature article on emerging non-stimulant options, pipeline drugs, repurposed medications and alternative treatment approaches for ADHD

Pharmac — ADHD Hub

Central Pharmac page for ADHD information including funding decisions, Special Authority details and medication supply updates

Pharmac — Special Authority Details for ADHD

Specific Special Authority forms and criteria for each funded ADHD medication including SA2590 and SA2591

Medsafe & Pharmac Joint Consultation on Stimulant Prescribing (Dec 2024)

Joint consultation proposing to allow GPs and nurse practitioners to initiate prescribing of ADHD stimulant medications from July 2025

bpacnz Guide: Changes to Psychostimulant Prescribing (Jan 2026)

Primary care guide for new ADHD prescribing rules, funded medications table, brand switching and monitoring from Feb 2026

GPs and Nurse Practitioners Able to Start ADHD Treatment (Jun 2025)

Ministry of Health announcement that GPs and nurse practitioners will be able to start medical treatment for adults with ADHD from February 2026

Medsafe Prescriber Update — Safety of ADHD Medicines in Adults

Sep 2025 safety bulletin covering psychiatric effects, cardiovascular risks and seizure considerations for adult ADHD medications

Medsafe — Regulatory Changes for ADHD Stimulants

Proposal and decision to allow GPs and nurse practitioners to initiate ADHD stimulant prescribing from February 2026

Healthify — ADHD Medicines for Adults

Plain-language NZ patient guide: how ADHD meds work, prescribing and funding rules, Special Authority explained

Healthify — ADHD Medicines for Children

Parent and caregiver guide to ADHD medications for children in New Zealand including funding and safety information

RNZCGP — GP ADHD Prescribing Guidance

Royal NZ College of GPs guidance on new prescribing rules for ADHD stimulant medications effective from February 2026

AADPA — Australian Evidence-Based Clinical Guideline for ADHD

113 clinical recommendations endorsed by RANZCP and RACGP. The primary guideline referenced by NZ prescribers for ADHD medication choice and monitoring

AADPA — Pharmacological Interventions

Medication choice, monitoring treatments and adherence recommendations from the Australian clinical guideline

AADPA — ADHD Prescribing Guide for AU/NZ Professionals

Dedicated prescribing guide to assist qualified healthcare professionals in navigating ADHD medication in Australia and New Zealand

NICE NG87 — ADHD: Diagnosis and Management (UK)

Gold-standard UK guideline covering medication choice by age, comorbidity management, shared care arrangements and monitoring protocols

NICE NG87 — Treatment Recommendations

Specific medication recommendations from the NICE guideline including first-line choices and titration guidance

CADDRA — Canadian ADHD Practice Guidelines

Canadian ADHD Resource Alliance practice guidelines covering assessment, treatment and medication management across the lifespan

ADHD Medication Guide (Northwell Health / Dr Adesman)

Visual chart of all FDA-approved ADHD medications with dosing information and medication images. Updated September 2025. Widely referenced by clinicians and patients

NZ Clinical Principles Framework for ADHD

NZ Ministry of Health clinical principles framework for ADHD assessment and treatment, developed with sector representatives

Pharmac Schedule Online — Stimulants/ADHD Treatments

Live NZ funded medications list showing all subsidised ADHD treatments with current prices and brand availability

Pharmac — Funding Lisdexamfetamine (Vyvanse) Decision

Nov 2024 decision to fund Vyvanse from December 2024 and remove two-yearly renewal criteria for all ADHD stimulant medications

Ministry of Health NZ — Changes to ADHD Prescribing Rules

Official government announcement on regulatory changes allowing GPs and nurse practitioners to prescribe ADHD stimulants from Feb 2026

Pharmac — Decision to Change Regulatory & Funding Restrictions

Full decision document on Feb 2026 changes allowing GPs and nurse practitioners to initiate ADHD stimulant prescribing

Pharmac — Methylphenidate Sandoz XR Proposal

Sep 2025 proposal to fund Methylphenidate Sandoz XR (generic Concerta) to address ongoing global supply shortages

NZ Government Beehive — Changes for Prescribing ADHD Medications

Minister's statement on the regulatory changes to ADHD medication prescribing with implementation timeline

RANZCP — Upcoming Changes to Stimulant Regulation in NZ

Royal Australian and NZ College of Psychiatrists response to Vyvanse funding and prescribing regulation changes

ADHD NZ Kids Minecraft Sessions

ADHD NZ Parents Facebook Group

ADHD NZ Partners Facebook Group

ADHD NZ — Ask an ADHD Coach

ADHD NZ — Regional Support Groups

ADHD Otago/Southland

ADHD Waikato Support Group

Altogether Autism

ASD Adult Support

Auckland ADHD Adults Meetup

Auckland Autistic Peer Group

Autism New Zealand

Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN AUNZ)

Beehyve — NZ Support Services Directory

Care Matters NZ

Christchurch ADHD Support (Facebook)

Explore Autism Support Services

Gold Mind Academy NZ — Peer Support Training

IHC New Zealand

Kanorau Takiwatanga Consultants

Mental Health Foundation NZ — ADHD Groups

Neurodivergent NZ (Facebook)

NZ Adults with ADHD (Facebook)

Pasifika Autism Support Group

Taonga Takiwatanga

Totally Psyched NZ

Wellington ADHD Adults Meetup

ADDA Virtual Peer Support

r/ADHD

Wrong Planet

ADDitude ADHD Support Group

National Autistic Society Community

ADHD Dopamine

CHADD Online Support Groups

Autism Science Foundation

Adult ADHD Support Group

Neurodivergent Haven

AutismForums.com

r/adhdwomen

CHADD on Facebook

r/TwoXADHD

Neurodiverse Corner

Goblin Tools Community

Aspie Central

HeyPeers ADHD Groups

r/ADHDers

Parents of Children With ADD/ADHD & Comorbidities

Neurodivergent Insights

Supportiv

ADDitude Community

ADDA ADHD Community Hub

ADHD UK Group

ADHD reWired

r/AutisticAdults

How to ADHD (YouTube Community)

Comparative efficacy and tolerability of ADHD medications in children, adolescents, and adults: network meta-analysis

The benefits and safety of medications for attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) remain controversial, and guidelines are inconsistent on which medications are preferred across different age

Comparative efficacy and acceptability of pharmacological, psychological, and neurostimulatory interventions for ADHD in adults

The comparative benefits and harms of available interventions for ADHD in adults remain unclear. We aimed to address these important knowledge gaps.

Comparative cardiovascular safety of ADHD medications: systematic review and network meta-analysis

Concerns about the cardiovascular safety of medications used for the treatment of attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) remain. We aimed to compare the effects of pharmacological treatments

Method of adult diagnosis influences estimated persistence of childhood ADHD

ADHD in children and young people: prevalence, care pathways, and service provision

Structural brain measures among children with and without ADHD in the ABCD study

Structural neuroimaging research has identified a variety of abnormalities in cortical and subcortical structures in children with ADHD. However, studies to date have not employed large, non-referred

Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (Lancet Seminar)

Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), like other psychiatric disorders, represents an evolving construct that has been refined and developed over the past several decades in response to res

ADHD medications and long-term risk of cardiovascular diseases

Use of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) medications has increased substantially over the past decades. However, the potential risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD) associated with long-t

ADHD pharmacotherapy and mortality in individuals with ADHD

Methylphenidate and short-term cardiovascular risk

Long-term cardiovascular effects of ADHD medications: balancing benefits and risks

Association of ADHD with mortality: a systematic review and meta-analysis

Screen time and ADHD symptoms in children and adolescents: meta-analysis

Children's exposure to screen time has been associated with poor mental health outcomes, yet the role of genetic factors remains largely unknown.

ADHD medications and risk of serious cardiovascular events in young and middle-aged adults

Shared genetic risk in the association of screen time with psychiatric problems in children

Children's exposure to screen time has been associated with poor mental health outcomes, yet the role of genetic factors remains largely unknown.

Genome-wide CNV study associates mGluR gene networks with ADHD

Ollier disease and Maffucci syndrome are non-hereditary skeletal disorders characterized by multiple enchondromas (Ollier disease) combined with spindle cell hemangiomas (Maffucci syndrome). We report

Discovery of the first genome-wide significant risk loci for ADHD

Attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a highly heritable childhood behavioral disorder affecting 5% of children and 2.5% of adults. Common genetic variants contribute substantially to ADH

Genome-wide analyses of ADHD identify 27 risk loci, refine biology and provide insight

World Federation of ADHD International Consensus Statement: 208 evidence-based conclusions

Emotional dysregulation in ADHD: implications for clinical recognition and intervention

Because emotional symptoms are common in attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) patients and associate with much morbidity, some consider it to be a core feature rather than an associated tra

Practitioner review: current best practice in parent training for ADHD

Behavioural interventions are recommended for use with children and young people with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD); however, specific guidance for their implementation based on the

Annual research review: meta-analysis of worldwide prevalence of mental disorders in children

The literature on the prevalence of mental disorders affecting children and adolescents has expanded significantly over the last three decades around the world. Despite the field having matured signif

Life span studies of ADHD: conceptual challenges and predictors

The impact of chronic stressors like the COVID-19 pandemic is likely to be magnified in adolescents with pre-existing mental health risk, such as attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). This

Effects of ADHD medication on quality of life: systematic review and meta-analysis

Biomarkers and ADHD: systematic review and meta-analyses

Screening tools for ADHD in children and adolescents: systematic review

This study tested the "intervention as prevention" hypothesis: that treatment of childhood psychopathology in the community might reduce risk for adult psychopathology.

Sensory processing in ADHD vs controls: systematic review and meta-analysis

Computerized cognitive training in ADHD: meta-analysis with blinded outcomes

Stimulant dose and dosing strategy on treatment outcomes in ADHD: meta-analysis

Clinical guidelines currently recommend practitioners titrate stimulant medications, i.e., methylphenidate (MPH) and amphetamines (AMP), to the dose that maximizes symptom control without eliciting in

Short-term and long-term effect of non-pharmacotherapy for adults with ADHD: network meta-analysis

ADHD in adulthood: clinical presentation, comorbidities, and treatment perspectives

Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in adults has become an increasingly recognized clinical entity, with growing attention in research and healthcare settings. ADHD can significantly affe

Prevalence of ADHD: systematic review and meta-analysis (117 studies)

The estimates of attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) prevalence across various studies are significantly variable, contributing to uncertainty in ADHD prevalence estimation. Previous syste

Screen-time is associated with inattention problems in preschoolers: CHILD cohort

Association of screen time with ADHD symptoms: the mediating role of brain structure

The association among screen time, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) symptom development, and brain structure, and the neural mechanisms underlying the association between screen time an

Non-pharmacological interventions for ADHD: systematic review and meta-analyses of RCTs

Nonpharmacological treatments are available for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), although their efficacy remains uncertain. The authors undertook meta-analyses of the efficacy of dieta

Cardiovascular safety of stimulants in children with ADHD: nationwide prospective cohort

Previous studies suggest that the unexplained sudden and severe onset of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and/or tics may be infection or immune precipitated. Beta lactam antibiotics may be neuropr

Global prevalence of ADHD in children and adolescents: umbrella review of meta-analyses

Emerging epidemiological data suggest that hundreds of primary studies have examined the prevalence of ADHD in children and adolescents and dozens of systematic view and meta-analyses studies have bee

Prevalence of adult ADHD: global systematic review and meta-analysis

Long-term outcomes of ADHD and conduct disorder: systematic review and meta-analysis

Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and conduct disorder (CD) are common externalizing disorders. Despite previous research demonstrating that both are longitudinally associated with