ADHD Pioneers & Visionaries
Meet the extraordinary individuals who have dedicated their lives to understanding ADHD, developing treatments, and advocating for millions of people worldwide.
Shaping the Future of ADHD Understanding
These remarkable individuals have transformed ADHD from a misunderstood condition into a well-researched neurodevelopmental difference. Through their pioneering research, clinical work, advocacy, and innovation, they have improved countless lives and continue to advance our understanding of ADHD.
Dr. Russell Barkley
ResearcherClinical Psychologist & ADHD Researcher
World-renowned expert in ADHD research and treatment, author of over 200 scientific articles and 20 books on ADHD.
Dr. Edward Hallowell
AdvocatePsychiatrist & ADHD Advocate
Pioneering psychiatrist and ADHD advocate who has helped millions understand ADHD as a difference rather than a deficit.
Dr. Thomas Brown
ResearcherADHD Researcher & Author
Leading researcher in ADHD who developed the Brown Executive Function/Attention Scales.
Dr. John Ratey
InnovatorPsychiatrist & Exercise Researcher
Harvard psychiatrist and pioneer in understanding the role of exercise in mental health.
Dr. Ari Tuckman
ClinicianClinical Psychologist & ADHD Specialist
Expert in adult ADHD assessment and treatment, known for his practical approach to managing ADHD.
Dr. Ellen Littman
ResearcherADHD Researcher & Women's Health Expert
Pioneer in understanding ADHD in women and girls, identifying how ADHD presents differently in females.
Dr. Gabor Maté
ClinicianPhysician, Author & Trauma Expert
Canadian physician who has revolutionized understanding of ADHD as a trauma-related neurodevelopmental condition.
Dr. Stephen Porges
ResearcherNeuroscientist & Polyvagal Theory Developer
Distinguished neuroscientist who developed the Polyvagal Theory, revolutionizing understanding of the autonomic nervous system.
John R. Saunders
InnovatorFounder of adhdprep.com & Co-Founder of REBELHEAD
Applied neuroscience educator specializing in AI-powered strategies for neurodiverse individuals with ADHD, autism, and dyslexia.
Their Legacy Lives On
The work of these pioneers continues to inspire new generations of researchers, clinicians, and individuals living with ADHD. Their contributions have created a foundation for better understanding, diagnosis, and treatment of ADHD worldwide.
People worldwide with ADHD
Years of ADHD research
Lives changed for the better