Society Programs & Initiatives
ADHD in the Family Tree: Understanding Its Genetic Roots
One of the most striking patterns we see with ADHD is how often a single diagnosis within a family becomes a catalyst for others to recognize the signs in themselves or their loved ones. It’s not uncommon for a child’s diagnosis to lead parents to notice similar symptoms in their own lives. Similarly, when an adult like an uncle or cousin is diagnosed, it can prompt relatives to seek answers for struggles they’ve quietly managed for years. This shared journey highlights an important truth: ADHD often runs in families.
ADHD In The Family Tree: Understanding the Roots. A National Campaign
The Society for ADHD has launched “ADHD in the Family Tree: Understanding the Roots”, highlighting the hereditary nature of ADHD and the importance of awareness within families. This goal of this campaign is to help reduce stigma and foster conversations about ADHD in families; Promote early diagnosis and management; Provide resources and tools for families; Highlight equity in ADHD diagnosis and support; and strengthen community connections.
The "ADHD in the Family Tree: Understanding the Roots" Campaign will improve understanding of ADHD; Lead to earlier and more accurate diagnosis; Create an environment for better support of multi-generational families; Reduce stigma around ADHD; Empower communities with actionable tools and resources; Advance equity in ADHD awareness; Increase national dialogue on ADHD by addressing ADHD’s hereditary nature encouraging greater societal acceptance, better policy advocacy, and more widespread support for those affected.
Program & Initiatives
American Academy of Pediatrics Virtual Course
Improving Care for ADHD: Strategies for Effective Communication and Collaboration among Clinicians, Families, and Schools
Tanya Murphy, CEO of The Society for ADHD, is one of several distinguished faculty members for the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) who collaborated to create this specialized course for pediatricians and other health care providers. This course equips participants with practical tips, knowledge, and resources to enhance communication and collaboration with schools, helping to better support families and children living with ADHD through more effective, coordinated care across home, school, and healthcare settings.
Earn:
Up to 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
1 MOC Part 2 point by successfully completing a post assessment quiz by February 26, 2026.
ADHD Educational Luncheon Series
Embracing ADHD & Co-Occurring Conditions: A Path to Better Health & Awareness is a luncheon series of the ADHD in the Family Tree Campaign. Each session centers on a key topic related to ADHD, its frequently co-occurring conditions, and the impacts in faith based and culturally diverse communities.
When you give to support our education and awareness initiatives, you instantly become part of The Society—a powerful community driving change for the ADHD community. Your support unlocks access to dynamic, engaging, and energizing activities that amplify voices, strengthen connections, and push our mission forward.
ADHD UnMasked Faith Based Support Groups
The ADHD UnMasked Faith-Based Support Groups are welcoming and inclusive spaces where individuals with ADHD and other forms of neurodivergence can grow in their faith while supporting one another. By bridging the gap between faith and science-backed, evidence-based strategies we foster understanding, acceptance, and appropriate management of ADHD within faith communities. Together, we explore how to embrace faith as our foundation, deepen our understanding of ADHD, and learn practical ways to support our daily lives. These groups exist to remove stigma, cultivate belonging, and create a supportive space where mental health is addressed with care, dignity, and love.
Different Not Broken
ADHD Unplugged: Candid Conversations
ADHD Unplugged: Candid Conversations is a podcast exploring ADHD and co-occurring conditions through the lenses of faith, culture, and lived experience. Hosted by Society founder and CEO Tanya Murphy, the show offers calm, honest conversations grounded in compassion, evidence-based insight, and faith. Featuring voices from individuals with ADHD, healthcare, education, wellness, creative fields, faith leadership, and advocacy, the podcast creates a welcoming space where science, story, and spirit meet.
The Mental Wellbeing Interfaith Alliance of the DMV
The Mental Wellbeing Interfaith Alliance is a collaborative network of faith communities, healthcare providers, educators, and families that supports individuals living with ADHD while providing important insight that helps guide the work of The Society.
Membership in the Interfaith Alliance is by invitation only, ensuring a thoughtfully curated group aligned with the mission and values of The Society.
The DMV Faith & Mental Wellbeing Working Group
The DMV Faith & Mental Wellbeing Working Group unites faith communities, mental health professionals, educators, nonprofits, corporations, and community partners to strengthen mental wellbeing across the region. Rooted in the belief that mental health is essential to both human and spiritual flourishing, the Working Group advances education, advocacy, and access to affordable, culturally responsive, evidence-based care grounded in faith-informed understanding.
If your organization is interested in becoming part of the DMV Faith & Wellbeing Working Group to support the advancement of ADHD education, awareness, and care in faith-based and marginalized communities, please email your interest here: DMV Faith & Mental Wellbeing Working Group.
Please note that participation does not confer decision-making authority within The Society, nor does it imply endorsement of any member organization’s products or services.
