In school, Sam often waited until the last minute to complete an assignment. As an adult, he had difficulty maintaining focus on tasks and in conversations.

He was eventually diagnosed with ADHD by a nurse practitioner, which he describes as “bittersweet”—he finally had a name and diagnosis for his problem, but had spent a lot of time without help and treatment.

With the support of his healthcare provider, Sam found that ADHD can be more manageable with a diagnosis and treatment with Qelbree. Sam now uses his experience to help others navigate ADHD treatment.

It took most of her life for Busy Philipps to figure out she has ADHD and get the help she needs to manage symptoms. Now she’s using her platform to speak out for other women and mothers like her.

As Busy says, “every woman deserves to feel seen and supported in their ADHD journey.” Yet far too many women living with ADHD go undiagnosed. Busy is working hard to change that by sharing her struggles, her diagnosis experience—and her successful treatment with Qelbree.

Before Busy Philipps became a famous actor, author, and podcast star, she was a young girl struggling to focus at school and finish chores around the house. Homework buried in her backpack here. A pile of unfinished craft projects there.

The challenges of managing tasks and organizing work and activities followed Busy into adulthood. Yet it wasn’t until her daughter faced similar struggles—and was diagnosed with ADHD—that Busy realized she had the very same obstacles to overcome.

Once Busy’s healthcare provider diagnosed her with ADHD and prescribed non-stimulant Qelbree to address her symptoms, her ADHD improved at home and work. Best of all, she’s now sharing her experiences about ADHD, using her platform to speak out and help other women speak up.

Ashley was diagnosed with ADHD at 30 after having long suspected herself of having symptoms—she was easily distracted, had trouble focusing, and had trouble in school. Though she was a straight-A student, she felt she had to work “10 times harder” than her classmates.

Ashley sought treatment one day after she realized she had forgotten to buckle her young son’s seatbelt. She was startled by the realization that her symptoms weren’t just affecting her—they were affecting her family.

After talking to her psychiatrist about the broad range of symptoms she had experienced since childhood, she was diagnosed with ADHD. Ashley felt relieved because she had always assumed she had ADHD.

Since beginning her Qelbree treatment regimen, Ashley reports that she’s coping much better with day-to-day tasks like running her household. She’s proud of how far she’s come with reduced ADHD symptoms.

Learn more about ADHD and find your community with these trusted resources.

The organizations and resources listed are not affiliated with nor are they controlled or influenced by Supernus Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

Attention Deficit Disorder Association (ADDA)

One of the largest communities dedicated exclusively to helping adults with ADHD live better lives.

Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (CHADD)

A nonprofit organization supporting more than 22 million American children and adults living with ADHD.

National Institutes of Mental Health (NIMH)

The federal agency transforming the understanding and treatment of mental illnesses, including ADHD.

ADDitude

A trusted resource for families and adults living with ADHD and related conditions, and for the professionals who work with them.