What we’re about
You are not alone! We are Chester County/Main Line CHADD (Children and Adults with ADHD). Our group supports parents of children with ADHD and adults with ADHD and co-occurring conditions - like learning disabilities, depression and anxiety. Our mission is to provide local resources and education, along with support through monthly meetings. We welcome anyone who faces the challenge of living with ADHD: spouses, parents, caregivers, teachers, and mental health professionals. All are welcome!
Upcoming events (2)
See all- Why ADHD Makes Emotions So Hard & Strategies to Help Tues Jun 17, 7:00 - 8:30pmNeeds location
Why ADHD Makes Emotions So Hard- And Research Backed Strategies for How to Make Them Easier.
Big emotions don’t just feel overwhelming for ADHD brains- they often spark a shame spiral that leaves us thinking, “Why can’t I just handle this?” In this talk, we’ll crack open the science behind the struggle, naming 10 neurobiological differences (like temporal discounting and filterless sensory processing) that turn everyday feelings into tidal waves. We’ll zoom in on 4 key culprits that hijack regulation, revealing why generic advice fails and how frustration morphs into crushing self-blame.
Once we understand the “why,” we’ll use research as our compass to chart a path through the emotional storm with ADHD-friendly strategies that fit real life, not a just a textbook:- The “Emotion Meter Method”: A single, easy to remember tactic to safeguard your values and goals mid-meltdown
- Sensory resets to dial down emotional pain
- Strategies to derail shame spirals with curiosity, not criticism
- “Good enough” regulation—tools that embrace imperfection and still work.
For adults with ADHD exhausted by emotional whiplash and professionals ready to move beyond theory, this talk blends neuroscience with live-experience tactics to reclaim control over big feelings—with compassion, not shame.
Dr. Marcy Caldwell is a psychologist, writer, illustrator, and proud wife and mother in a family full of neurodiversity. With over twenty years of experience, she is a passionate advocate for those with neurodiverse brains, focusing on helping craft systems and environments that nurture unique strengths.
As the Founder and Director of the Center for ADHD, one of the nation’s leading ADHD clinics, Dr. Marcy is committed to making a difference in the lives of those impacted by neurodiversity. She also established the blog ADDept.org and the digital program Meltdown to Mastery to bring accessible, science-backed information and strategies to adults with ADHD who might otherwise be unable to access services.
A nationally recognized speaker, consultant, and educator, Dr. Marcy shares her insights with Fortune 500 companies and publications like The New York Times and HuffPost, championing awareness and advocacy for the ADHD community.
Register to receive Zoom link:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAvdu6vrDMuE9wYiQwlI3W8AVqW2TTjFZV8 - Young Adults with ADHDLink visible for attendees
Note: Following our June 19 meeting, starting July 1, 2025, the Young Adults with ADHD support group will administered by BuxMont CHADD Meetup group. You will need to be a member of BuxMont CHADD Meetup to continue receiving notices for our meetings.
Feel free to reach out if you have any questions.***
Our group aims to provide a safe space for people with ADHD.
Trying to find solutions to problems, complete tasks and resolve issues that your neurotypical friends and family seem to not struggle with can be difficult. Our group can help with that! Meeting with our CHADD group will give you an opportunity to help others while learning and feeling more powerful in your own life.
Learning how to adult as a human with ADHD and it’s accompanying disorders (depression/ anxiety..etc) can make you feel alone but here we choose to accept ourselves for the weirdos and heroes that we truly are.
There is so much to celebrate about being able to help build a community that can talk openly about the struggles and obstacles people with ADHD deal with and overcome daily. Let's share strategies that have worked so we can all benefit from our collective experiences!
Note: Although none of us are therapists we are committed to safety and privacy. What is said in this group stays in this group.
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMoc-CsrjIiH9Y_3Cb7L25g14KiB2KoiFxa
(You don’t have to register in advance but it helps us weed out spam)
We have a discord! DM me for the link or come to the group.
