The Duke ADHD Program is part of the Child and Family Study Center in the Division of Child Psychiatry, Department of Psychiatry at Duke University Medical Center. We are a clinical, research, and training program. We offer comprehensive, state–of–the–art clinical assessment and evidence–based treatment services for children, adolescents, and adults with Attention–Deficit ⁄ Hyperactivity Disorder (known as ADD or ADHD).

We also offer unique opportunities for participation in novel psychosocial (behavioral) and psychopharmacological (medication) interventions as part of research protocols.

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              Fall 2008 Parents as Partners Series                                        

            Next , free parent education seminars:

     Strategies for School Success for Children

                             with ADHD

                       October 15, 2008

                       6:30pm-8:00pm

               Presenter: Lisa Ahern, Ph.D.  

           

          Strategies for Success for Children

             with ADHD at Home and School

                      December 09 , 2008

                             6:30pm-8:30pm

                 Presenter: Desiree Murray, Ph.D.  

           

 *Please note that all seminars are for parents/primary caregivers                           

              

Duke Child & Family Study Center

718 Rutherford Street

Durham,  NC  27710

**Click here for directions

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Latest News Stories

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Now recruiting for a new study for children ages 6-17currently taking medicine for ADHD and still having trouble....

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Dr. Scott Kollins, Director of the Duke ADHD Program, is recruiting for two research studies related to ADHD and smoking .....

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In collaboration with Dr. Karen Wells, the Duke ADHD Program is currently recruiting for a new organizational skills study for children in 3rd-5th grade.

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Duke ADHD Program researchers, led by Dr. Kollins, contribute to largest ever treatment study with preschool children with ADHD. 

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The Duke ADHD Program has received funding for the development of the Duke ADHD Learning Center for patients, families and professionals...                   learn more about the Duke Learning Center

Duke ADHD Program researchers report strong link between childhood ADHD symptoms and smoking. learn more about the ADHD Smoking link