Children and Adults with Attention Deficit Disorder (CH.A.D.D.) is a nonprofit, tax-exempt organization comprised ·of parents, adults with ADD, health care professionals, and educators. Founded in 1987, today CH.A.D.D. has over 650 local chapters and 35,000 members nationwide. Through family support and advocacy, public and professional education, and encouragement of scientific and education research, CH.A.D.D. works to ensure that those with ADD reach their inherent potential.