Demographics, Services, and Practices in Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder Coaching in the US.

ABSTRACT:

Importance

Individuals with ADHD face great challenges accessing formal psychosocial treatment. ADHD coaching has rapidly emerged online as a popular and accessible form of grassroots psychosocial support; however, there is a paucity of documentation about this workforce or the safety and effectiveness of its services.

Objective

To document patterns in the ADHD coaching workforce, including workforce entry dates, services, and coach characteristics.

Design, setting, and participants

The US National Survey on ADHD Coaching was conducted from October 1, 2024, to April 3, 2025, using a purposive electronic survey and snowball sampling. The survey was distributed online and in person to ADHD community hubs, professional listservs, and direct outreach to self-identified AD

SUBMITTER: Sibley MH 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12809363 | biostudies-literature | 2026 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature