Many adults with ADHD don\u2019t need specialist support to help them manage their condition. For those who do, a range of support is available locally and nationally.<\/p>\n
Some people may choose to take medication to help with ADHD symptoms, others prefer not to. Talking therapies such as cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT) can sometimes be helpful. You may wish to seek support through a helpline or specialist forum, or you might simply want to read up on information and advice around particular topics.<\/p>\n
If you can\u2019t find what you\u2019re looking for, please let us know via our feedback form<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div> Online information and guidance<\/p><\/h2><\/div> The NHS website includes information on the symptoms of ADHD in adults, as well as advice about diagnosis, treatment, and living with ADHD.<\/p>\n Provides a wealth of information including research articles and advice on living with ADHD.<\/p>\n A helpful source of information on ADHD, with online resources, articles and podcasts on a wide range of topics.<\/p>\n Provides support to adults with ADHD with a dedicated website area for adults.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div> Online information and guidance<\/p><\/h2><\/div> These websites provide helpful information on a wide range of topics linked to ADHD in adults.<\/p>\n<\/div> The NHS website includes information on the symptoms of ADHD in adults, as well as advice about diagnosis, treatment, and living with ADHD.<\/p>\n Provides a wealth of information including research articles and advice on living with ADHD.<\/p>\n A helpful source of information on ADHD, with online resources, articles and podcasts on a wide range of topics.<\/p>\n Provides support to adults with ADHD, with a dedicated website area for adults.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div> Local groups and online networks<\/p><\/h2><\/div> Dorset\u2019s Recovery Education Centre is run by Dorset HealthCare and Dorset Mental Health Forum. The centre runs courses to help anyone aged 18 or over with ADHD, as well as those supporting them. Courses cover the strengths and challenges of living with ADHD, the diagnostic process, facing change and what support.<\/p>\n The charity provides an online community forum for adults with ADHD, hosted on Discord. The charity also hosts public talks and workshops on ADHD around the UK, in partnership with Seed Talks.<\/p>\n This local directory has information on groups and organisations in Dorset that can provide support to adults with ADHD.<\/span><\/p>\n This local group was established in 2023 to provide peer support to adults with ADHD. The group is not currently meeting, but keep an eye on the Facebook page for details of future events.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div> Local groups and online networks<\/p><\/h2><\/div> A range of support is available to adults with ADHD, including online forums, training opportunities and face-to-face support.<\/p>\n<\/div> Dorset\u2019s Recovery Education Centre is run by Dorset HealthCare and Dorset Mental Health Forum. The centre runs courses to help anyone aged 18 or over with ADHD, as well as those supporting them. Courses cover the strengths and challenges of living with ADHD, the diagnostic process, facing change and what support.<\/p>\n The charity provides an online community forum for adults with ADHD, hosted on Discord. The charity also hosts public talks and workshops on ADHD around the UK, in partnership with Seed Talks.<\/p>\n This local directory has information on groups and organisations in Dorset that can provide support to adults with ADHD.<\/span><\/p>\n This local group was established in 2023 to provide peer support to adults with ADHD. The group is not currently meeting, but keep an eye on the Facebook page for details of future events.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div> Emotional health and wellbeing<\/p><\/h2><\/div> Many people with ADHD experience emotions differently to others. It is estimated that emotional dysregulation affects around half of all adults with ADHD. People with ADHD may therefore need additional support to manage their emotional wellbeing.<\/p>\n Find information on organisations that provide mental health support to adults.<\/p>\n Dorset HealthCare\u2019s Steps2Wellbeing provides free talking therapies and guided self-help to people who are experiencing anxiety or depression. The service is not specific to ADHD, but people living with ADHD may benefit from this support if they are experiencing mental health difficulties. It can be accessed online via self-referral.<\/p>\n If you are struggling and need to talk, these free services are available at any time, day or night, whatever age you are:<\/span><\/p>\n The CMHT provides support to adults who are experiencing severe mental health difficulties.<\/p>\n Learn more about mental health and wellbeing for neurodivergent people in our section on mental health and neurodiversity.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div> Emotional health and wellbeing<\/p><\/h2><\/div> ADHD is not a mental health condition but people with ADHD may be more likely to experience mental health challenges and need support.<\/p>\n<\/div> Many people with ADHD experience emotions differently to others. It is estimated that emotional dysregulation affects around half of all adults with ADHD. People with ADHD may therefore need additional support to manage their emotional wellbeing.<\/p>\n Find information on organisations that provide mental health support to adults.<\/p>\n Dorset HealthCare\u2019s Steps2Wellbeing provides free talking therapies and guided self-help to people who are experiencing anxiety or depression. The service is not specific to ADHD, but people living with ADHD may benefit from this support if they are experiencing mental health difficulties. It can be accessed online via self-referral.<\/p>\n If you are struggling and need to talk, these free services are available at any time, day or night, whatever age you are:<\/span><\/p>\n The CMHT provides support to adults who are experiencing severe mental health difficulties.<\/p>\n Learn more about mental health and wellbeing for neurodivergent people in our section on mental health and neurodiversity.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div> Dorset\u2019s Recovery Education Centre is run by Dorset HealthCare and Dorset Mental Health Forum. The centre runs courses to help anyone aged 18 or over with ADHD, as well as those supporting them. Courses cover the strengths and challenges of living with ADHD, the diagnostic process, facing change and what support.<\/p>\n Find out more about training courses for neurodivergent people and opportunities to take part in research.<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div> Specialist training is available in Dorset for anyone aged 18 or over who would like to understand more about ADHD.<\/p>\n<\/div> Dorset\u2019s Recovery Education Centre is run by Dorset HealthCare and Dorset Mental Health Forum. The centre runs courses to help anyone aged 18 or over with ADHD, as well as those supporting them. Courses cover the strengths and challenges of living with ADHD, the diagnostic process, facing change and what support.<\/p>\n![](\"https:\/\/nhsdorset.nhs.uk\/neurodiversity\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/12\/PeopleCircles-Sarah-NHS_Dark_Green.png\" "\\"PeopleCircles-Sarah-NHS_Dark_Green\\"")
<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>These websites provide helpful information on a wide range of topics linked to ADHD in adults.<\/span><\/a><\/h2><\/div>
NHS website – ADHD<\/a><\/h4>\n
AADD-UK<\/a><\/h4>\n
ADHD Adult UK<\/a><\/h4>\n
ADHD Foundation<\/a><\/h4>\n
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NHS website – ADHD<\/a><\/h4>\n
AADD-UK<\/a><\/h4>\n
ADHD Adult UK<\/a><\/h4>\n
ADHD Foundation<\/a><\/h4>\n
<\/i><\/i><\/span>A range of support is available to adults with ADHD, including online forums, training opportunities and face-to-face support. <\/span><\/a><\/h2><\/div>
Dorset Recovery Education Centre<\/a><\/h4>\n
ADHD Adult UK<\/a><\/h4>\n
Dorset Help and Kindness Directory <\/span><\/a><\/h4>\n
ADHD Adults in Dorset<\/a><\/h4>\n
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Dorset Recovery Education Centre<\/a><\/h4>\n
ADHD Adult UK<\/a><\/h4>\n
Dorset Help and Kindness Directory <\/span><\/a><\/h4>\n
ADHD Adults in Dorset<\/a><\/h4>\n
<\/i><\/i><\/span>ADHD is not a mental health condition but people with ADHD may be more likely to experience mental health challenges and need support.<\/span><\/a><\/h2><\/div>
Public Health Dorset – directory of support<\/a><\/h4>\n
Steps2Wellbeing service<\/a><\/h4>\n
24\/7 support if you need to talk<\/h4>\n
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Community Mental Health Team (CMHT)<\/a><\/h4>\n
More information on mental health and wellbeing<\/strong><\/a><\/h4>\n
<\/i><\/i><\/span>Read more<\/span><\/a><\/h2><\/div>
Public Health Dorset – directory of support<\/a><\/h4>\n
Steps2Wellbeing service<\/a><\/h4>\n
24\/7 support if you need to talk<\/h4>\n
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Community Mental Health Team (CMHT)<\/a><\/h4>\n
More information on mental health and wellbeing<\/strong><\/a><\/h4>\n
Training and understanding<\/h2><\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>Specialist training is available in Dorset for anyone aged 18 or over who would like to understand more about ADHD.<\/span><\/a><\/h2><\/div>
Recovery Education Centre<\/strong><\/a><\/h4>\n
Additional training and research opportunities<\/h4>\n
Training and understanding<\/h2><\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>Read more<\/span><\/a><\/h2><\/div>
Recovery Education Centre<\/strong><\/a><\/h4>\n
Additional training and research opportunities<\/h4>\n
Find out more about training courses for neurodivergent people and opportunities to take part in research.<\/a><\/h4>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>