Kathleen Nadeau is an internationally recognized thought leader in the field of ADHD and the recipient of CHADD’s Lifetime Achievement Award. Since 1985, she has dedicated her professional career to understanding the full complexity of ADHD, working with individuals across the lifespan. Dr. Nadeau views ADHD as a form of neurodiversity—one that brings unique strengths as well as challenges. Her treatment philosophy emphasizes balance: helping individuals with ADHD discover or shape environments that align with the way their brains work, while also equipping them to navigate the neurotypical settings they inevitably encounter.