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.
ADHD UK are regularly across UK Media. Raising the profile of ADHD in the UK:
The Sun: ‘DEEPLY CONCERNING’ ADHD could ‘take years off life’ study reveals – the 9 signs you could have it
Henry Shelford, CEO and Co-Founder of ADHD UK, was quoted in the article and provided background information.
BBC: Extra £3m for ADHD a sticking plaster, charity says
Henry Shelford, CEO and Co-Founder of ADHD UK, was quoted in the article and provided background information.
ADHD UK Featured on BBC Politics Wales: Addressing One-Off Funding to Reduce Waiting Lists
ADHD UK provided background information and Henry Shelford was interviewed for this story.
ADHD UK on BBC Politics North Show talking about the issue and damage from ADHD waitlists
ADHD UK provided background information and Henry Shelford was interviewed for this story.
BBC West Midlands Radio: Interview with ADHD UK Ambassador Andy Morrison
ADHD UK Ambassador, Andy Morrison, was interviewed and talked about the importance of an ADHD Assessment and support.
ADHD UK on BBC Breakfast talking about the NHS’s ADHD waitlists mean so many are having to go private
ADHD UK joined BBC Breakfast to discuss the growing impact of NHS ADHD waitlists
BBC South East Today Reports on NHS Failures in ADHD Care, Driving Surge in Private ADHD Medication Prescriptions
ADHD UK provided background information and our CEO Henry Shelford was interviewed in the programme.
BBC Look North Reports on NHS Failures for ADHD, Forcing People to Pay for Private Medication—Including a Couple Who Remortgaged Their Home
ADHD UK provided background information for this story.
BBC: Thousands spent on private ADHD medication
Henry Shelford, CEO and Co-Founder of ADHD UK, was quoted in the article and provided background information.
BBC Radio 4 You and Yours: The challenge of ADHD medication and GP shared care agreements
Henry Shelford spoke on Radio 4's consumer program about the problems of GPs in England dropping their ADHD medication patients as part of their industrial action…
The Sun: RELIEF & GRIEF We spent our whole lives feeling ‘a failure’ and battling crippling anxiety – until life-changing diagnoses in our 50s
ADHD UK was quoted in the article and provided background information.
Henry Shelford on Sky News Talking about People Self-Medicating due to the Global Shortage of ADHD Medication
Henry Shelford on Sky News talking about people self-medicating due to the global shortage of ADHD medication.
The Sun: MAKING SENSE Do you suffer ‘popcorn thinking’ like I’m A Celeb’s Ant? The 9 signs you’re living with hidden ADHD
Henry Shelford, CEO and Co-Founder of ADHD UK, was interviewed and provided background information.
The Guardian: What is ADHD, how do you get a diagnosis and can you only treat it with drugs? All your questions, answered by experts
Henry Shelford, CEO and Co-Founder of ADHD UK, was quoted in the article and provided background information.
The Sunday Times: Thousands of children affected by ADHD medication shortage
Henry Shelford, CEO and Co-Founder of ADHD UK, was quoted in the article and provided background information.
BBC Radio Kent: Interviews with ADHD individuals and families on the medication shortage
ADHD UK provided background information and identified and introduced case studies to be interviewed
BBC Look North: Henry Grierson
This BBC story talks about Henry Grierson. Henry Grierson had ADHD and struggled and took his own life. Our CEO, Henry Shelford, is interviewed and speaks…
BBC News: ADHD drug shortage ‘nightmare’ for Kent families
ADHD UK identified and introduced impacted individuals for inclusion and impact in the news story. We also provided background interviews and information.
Wigan Today: Record number of patients in Greater Manchester taking ADHD medication
Henry Shelford, CEO and Co-Founder of ADHD UK, was quoted in the article and provided background information.
MSN: How to tell you have undiagnosed ADHD, according to doctors
ADHD UK was quoted in the article and provided background information.
Sky News: What it’s like to live with adult ADHD | Britain and Me
Henry Shelford, CEO and Co-Founder of ADHD UK, was interviewed and provided background information.
Rayo: Experts in Suffolk say people have to put their lives on hold while waiting for an ADHD diagnosis
ADHD UK was quoted in the article and provided background information.
Echo Live: Signs you might have undiagnosed ADHD as an adult
ADHD UK was quoted in the article and provided background information.
Nursing in Practice: School nurses key to providing ‘safety net’ for children with ADHD
Henry Shelford, CEO and Co-Founder of ADHD UK, was interviewed and provided background information.
Our three most recent additions to our ADHD and Famous Page :
Amber Gill
Amber Rose Gill (b. 1997) is an English television personality and author. In 2019, she won the fifth series of Love Island. She has since presented…
Paloma Faith
Paloma Faith Blomfield (b. 1981) is an English singer, songwriter, and actress. After signing with Epic Records in 2008, Faith released her debut studio album, Do…
Adam Peaty
Adam George Peaty (b. 1994) is an English competitive swimmer who specialises in the sprint breaststroke events. He won the gold medal in the 100 metre…
Mhairi Black
Mhairi Black (/ˈmæri/; (b. 1994) is a Scottish politician who served as Deputy Leader of the Scottish National Party (SNP) in the House of Commons from…
Trevor Noah
Trevor Noah (b.1984) is a South African comedian, writer, producer, political commentator, actor, and television host. He was the host of The Daily Show, an American…
Helen Flanagan
Helen Joyce Flanagan (b. 1990) is an English actress and model. She is best known for playing the role of Rosie Webster in the ITV soap…
Daniel Johnson MSP
Daniel Guy Johnson (b. 1977) is a Scottish Labour politician who has served as the Member of the Scottish Parliament (MSP) for the Edinburgh Southern constituency…
Busy Philipps
Elizabeth Jean "Busy" Philipps (b. 1979) is an American actress. She is best known for her roles on the television series Freaks and Geeks, Dawson's Creek,…
Ellen Degeneres
Ellen Lee DeGeneres (b. 1958) is an American comedian, actress, television host, writer, and producer. She starred in the television sitcoms Ellen and The Ellen Show.…
Freddy Brazier
Freddy Brazier (b. 2004) is an English model and television personality. The son of Jeff Brazier and Jade Goody, he made appearances in his mother's reality…
James Middleton
James William Middleton (b. 1987) is a British entrepreneur who is the younger brother of Catherine, Princess of Wales. Born in Reading, Berkshire, Middleton was educated…
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.
Our three most recent ADHD UK Celebrity Ambassadors :
Dr Helen Lawal
Dr Helen is a celebrity 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.
Our three most recent ADHD UK Ambassadors :
Laura Philliskirk
Laura is an Ambassador for ADHD UK
Abigail Fenty
Abigail is an Ambassador for ADHD UK
Rhiannon Hill
Rhiannon is an Ambassador for ADHD UK
Arabella Scarman
Arabella is an Ambassador for ADHD UK
Madeleine Wood
Madeleine is an Ambassador for ADHD UK
Lauren Fletcher
Lauren is an Ambassador for ADHD UK
Nathalie Phillips
Nathalie is an Ambassador for ADHD UK
Rebecca Argent
Rebecca is an Ambassador for ADHD UK
Dr Helen Lawal
Dr Helen is a celebrity ambassador for ADHD UK
Rebecca Batstone
Rebecca is an Ambassador for ADHD UK