Living with ADHD, or raising a child who has it, can feel isolating. Friends and relatives may not understand why everyday tasks take so much effort, and advice like "just try harder" doesn't help. A support group can be a relief: a place where other people simply get it. This guide explains what ADHD support groups can and can't do, the difference between adult and parent groups, a short list of groups we checked, and how to judge a group before you join.
What an ADHD support group is
A support group brings together people with a shared experience to talk, swap practical tips and feel less alone. Some are peer-led, run by people with ADHD or by parents. Others are facilitated by a psychologist or counsellor. They may meet online, in person, or as a chat group on WhatsApp or a similar app.
What a support group can and can't do
A good group can:
- help you feel understood and less alone
- share everyday strategies for planning, routines, school, work and money
- help parents swap ideas about homework, behaviour and talking to schools
- give you words to explain ADHD to family, teachers or employers
- encourage you to seek, or continue, professional care
A group can't:
- diagnose ADHD, or rule it out
- replace an assessment by a qualified professional
- give safe advice about medicines. Other members' experiences with medicine may not apply to you. Never start, stop or change medicine without your doctor.
- guarantee privacy. What you share in a group, especially in a chat group, can be screenshotted or forwarded.
If you think you or your child may have ADHD, a proper assessment is the place to start. Our article on preparing for an adult ADHD assessment explains what to expect.
Adult groups and parent groups
Adult ADHD groups are for people who have ADHD themselves, including those diagnosed late in life. Topics often include work, relationships, time management, emotions, and the relief or grief that can come with a late diagnosis.
Parent groups are for parents and caregivers of children with ADHD. They usually focus on routines at home, school, behaviour, sibling issues and parents' own stress. Some parent groups cover several conditions together, such as ADHD, autism and learning difficulties, which can be helpful if your child has more than one.
A few groups are for partners or spouses of adults with ADHD. Choose the type that matches what you need right now. It's fine to try one and move on if it doesn't fit.
ADHD support groups and communities in India: checked on 19 Oct 2026
We checked each of these on 19 Oct 2026 by reading the organisation's own website. Details change, so confirm the current arrangements, fees and moderation with the group before you join. Mindara has no connection with these groups and isn't recommending one over another.
| Group | Who it's for | Format and cost | What we found |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nayi Disha (non-profit, Hyderabad) | Parents and caregivers | Local parent groups across several states. The website does not say whether groups meet online or in person, or whether they are free. | Lists about 40 parent groups, most covering autism, ADHD, Down syndrome, intellectual disability and cerebral palsy together. Groups are listed in English, Hindi, Telugu, Marathi and Bengali, mostly for parents of children under 13, with some groups for parents of older children. |
| ADHD India Community | Adults with ADHD, parents and families | WhatsApp-based community. No fees are mentioned on the website. | Describes itself as peer support only, not medical advice. The website does not name the people who run it, so ask who moderates the group before sharing personal details. |
| ADDA International Peer Support Group (Attention Deficit Disorder Association, an international non-profit) | Adults with ADHD living outside North America, including Asia | Weekly 60-minute online group on Zoom. Open to ADDA members only; check the current membership fee on its website. | An English-language option for adults who want a structured international group. Check the listed times in India time before joining. |
Some clinics and therapy platforms in India also run paid, professionally facilitated ADHD groups for adults or parents. These can be useful. Check who runs them, their qualifications, the group size, the total fee and whether it's a support group or group therapy.
How to judge a group before you join
- Who runs it? A named person or organisation is a good sign. Ask whether a professional is involved.
- Are there clear rules? Look for rules on respect, privacy and no selling.
- Is it moderated? Someone should step in if a conversation becomes harmful or someone posts that they are at risk.
- Does anyone sell "cures"? Leave any group that promotes miracle treatments, supplements claiming to cure ADHD, or pressure to stop prescribed medicine.
- What does it cost? Know the full fee before you pay, and pay only through clear, official channels.
- How do you feel afterwards? A good group should leave you feeling more hopeful, not more anxious or judged.
Getting the most from your first meeting
- It's fine to just listen the first time.
- Share only what you're comfortable with. Using just your first name is fine.
- Take one idea away to try during the week, not ten.
- If advice from another member worries you, check it with your doctor or therapist before acting on it.
- Give a group two or three meetings before deciding whether it fits you.
Mindara support groups: coming soon
Mindara plans to run online support groups, including groups for ADHD. They are coming soon, and we'll add details to this page when they're ready.
Professional help for ADHD
A support group works well alongside professional care. Depending on your needs, this might include:
- An assessment by a psychiatrist or clinical psychologist
- Therapy and coaching-style support for organisation, emotions and self-esteem. Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) adapted for ADHD focuses on practical habits and unhelpful thinking patterns.
- Parent training for families of children with ADHD
- Medicine, where a psychiatrist recommends it. Some ADHD medicines can't be prescribed in an online-only consultation; your psychiatrist will explain what's possible.
On Mindara you can find providers who work with ADHD on our ADHD assessment and care page, or browse psychiatrists directly. For children, see ADHD in children. Each provider's fee, languages and next open time are on their card, and some providers offer eligible new clients a free first session.
If things feel overwhelming
ADHD often comes with anxiety, low mood and exhaustion, for adults and for parents. If you're struggling to cope or having thoughts of harming yourself, call Tele-MANAS on 14416 (free, 24×7), or 112 in an emergency. More numbers are on our crisis resources page.
