What we’re about
ADHD can be a perplexing condition and can be very difficult to deal with and understand at any time of life, adults with this condition are mostly invisible, leading to a life time of challenge. You are not alone. This meetup group is for friendship and support, with a range of fun activities and mostly just meeting up! We welcome anyone who suffers from and supports anyone with ADHD and other associated conditions (witch there is a lot) that affects your quality of life, lets be seen.
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Adult ADHD Monday Zoom: Topic, solution-sharing, check-ins.Link visible for attendees
Join our host Peter for an informal and semi structured zoom discussion - all welcome to check in and join the discussion, remembering to welcome and support the newcomers in particular.
We split the time in halves, firstly with checking-ins and meeting each other and allowing all voices to be heard, in a safe space. The second half we track to a theme like: trick and hacks for getting things done, or a popcorn topic presents itself during the first part.
Cameras must be ON or you will be refused entry to the meeting. This is for the safety of all our members. Abuse will not be tolerated. For new people we need to see you, so we can encourage people to participate. Sharing not staring.
We love an open discussion, but the Meetup event does not have time and space to go into deeper topics so we facilitate the space as structured discussion. We understand that there are very difficult personal situations and we will be hosting a further set of Meetups where we can explore deeper issues that have come in the past on a regular basis.
Safeguarding is our topmost priority and we ask all participants to respect the communication space. Please genuinely participate in a pure friendly intention that promotes meaningful discussion. We remove men who use this space for unsolicited communications as they are on a dating app. We proactively monitor communications in the chat and on our WhatsApp groups for reports and feedback that leads to a removal process. We ask female members to be forward in reaching out and letting us know if you feel communication has an ulterior motive. We have run this group for many years and this is rare. ADHD people are a brilliant and special group and nearly all of us believe that we can really help each other. I just want to make this guarantee up front. We have a very good track record of safeguarding our people and with our ADHD skills we feel that we can make a safe and caring space.
We have noticed that the ADHD space can become very active so we ask you to monitor your regulation of energy. We use a principal of a “light” rule of not “Crosstalking” and hearing the voice and be with the person sharing and maybe if a question does come to mind think how this question might land and maybe if you rephrase the sentence while you wait to delicately place yourself in the conversation.
The internet does have some problems and we are no different, we sometimes get trolled by young hackers what want to cause distraction with “their humour” we ask that you set up your name before you join the zoom to be the same as your Meetup name so we can cross reference you zoom name with your meetup name. We will not let you in if we do not find the cross reference and we leave you in the waiting room until we can verify who you are.
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Join us for a fun evening, our regular social meet up at the Paddington Basin, a short picturesque walk away through Little Venice or Paddington station: Evening Social by the Canal at Paddington Basin 🛶⛵, Sat, Nov 30, 2024, 6:00 PM | Meetup**************
Please note, this is peer-led group not a mental health crisis group. If you or someone you’re caring for is in a mental health crisis, please contact one of the organisations below.Call NHS 111 (U.K wide)
Call Samaritans 24/7 on 116123 (U.K wide)
Text SHOUT 24/7 on 85258 for mental health support (U.K wide)
Mental heath advice and support (U.K wide)
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- Adult ADHD Monday Zoom: Topic, solution-sharing, check-ins.Link visible for attendees
Join our host Peter for an informal and semi structured zoom discussion - all welcome to check in and join the discussion, remembering to welcome and support the newcomers in particular.
We split the time in halves, firstly with checking-ins and meeting each other and allowing all voices to be heard, in a safe space. The second half we track to a theme like: trick and hacks for getting things done, or a popcorn topic presents itself during the first part.
Cameras must be ON or you will be refused entry to the meeting. This is for the safety of all our members. Abuse will not be tolerated. For new people we need to see you, so we can encourage people to participate. Sharing not staring.
We love an open discussion, but the Meetup event does not have time and space to go into deeper topics so we facilitate the space as structured discussion. We understand that there are very difficult personal situations and we will be hosting a further set of Meetups where we can explore deeper issues that have come in the past on a regular basis.
Safeguarding is our topmost priority and we ask all participants to respect the communication space. Please genuinely participate in a pure friendly intention that promotes meaningful discussion. We remove men who use this space for unsolicited communications as they are on a dating app. We proactively monitor communications in the chat and on our WhatsApp groups for reports and feedback that leads to a removal process. We ask female members to be forward in reaching out and letting us know if you feel communication has an ulterior motive. We have run this group for many years and this is rare. ADHD people are a brilliant and special group and nearly all of us believe that we can really help each other. I just want to make this guarantee up front. We have a very good track record of safeguarding our people and with our ADHD skills we feel that we can make a safe and caring space.
We have noticed that the ADHD space can become very active so we ask you to monitor your regulation of energy. We use a principal of a “light” rule of not “Crosstalking” and hearing the voice and be with the person sharing and maybe if a question does come to mind think how this question might land and maybe if you rephrase the sentence while you wait to delicately place yourself in the conversation.
The internet does have some problems and we are no different, we sometimes get trolled by young hackers what want to cause distraction with “their humour” we ask that you set up your name before you join the zoom to be the same as your Meetup name so we can cross reference you zoom name with your meetup name. We will not let you in if we do not find the cross reference and we leave you in the waiting room until we can verify who you are.
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Join us for a fun evening social meet up at the Paddington Basin, a short picturesque walk away through Little Venice or Paddington station: 🎃👻💀 HALLOWEEN Evening Social by the Canal at Paddington Basin 🛶⛵, Sat, Nov 2, 2024, 5:00 PM | Meetup**************
Please note, this is peer-led group not a mental health crisis group. If you or someone you’re caring for is in a mental health crisis, please contact one of the organisations below.Call NHS 111 (U.K wide)
Call Samaritans 24/7 on 116123 (U.K wide)
Text SHOUT 24/7 on 85258 for mental health support (U.K wide)
Mental heath advice and support (U.K wide)
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- Finding Support Through ADHD COMMUNITY, “DISCOVER NEW POSSIBILITIES”Needs location
⭐ SAVE THE DATE! ⭐ THURSDAY NOVEMBER 28th, 2024
FRIENDLY CIRCLE BERLIN POP-UP EVENT!
“DISCOVER NEW POSSIBILITIES”
ADHD & ADDICTIONIntroducing a new type of in person community solution
WITH: NICK & DAVE
Two individuals sharing their raw, unfiltered journey through ADHD and recovery.Nick and Dave are from the ADHD Action dedicated to building a supportive ADHD community by connecting individuals with lived experience and researchers.
This innovative new organization aims to create a supportive ADHD community where members share practical experiences and actionable steps to improve their lives. Their vision centers on fostering human connections that catalyze meaningful change and growth. Through community support, customizable tools, and innovative solutions, they strive to improve ADHD management outcomes for their members.
Learn more here: https://adhdactionnetwork.com
ALL ARE WELCOME! ♥Learn more here: Research Project - Home -
Zoom Link: will be visible at 8 pm on this page
Time: 6:30pm UK & Ireland
8:30pm South Africa
7:30pm Berlin
1:30pm Eastern US
12:30pm Central US
10:30am PacificCameras must be ON (at least initially) or you will be refused entry to the meeting.
Safeguarding is our topmost priority and we ask all participants to respect the communication space. Please genuinely participate in a pure friendly intention that promotes meaningful discussion.Disclaimer: This if for education purposes only and does not constitute as medical advice.
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Join us at our evening social meet up at the Paddington Basin, a short picturesque walk away through Little Venice or Paddington station.
Join us for fun evening: Evening Social by the Canal at Paddington Basin 🛶⛵, Sat, Nov 30, 2024, 6:00 PM | MeetupThis event is also advertised at our ADHD collective group:
“DISCOVER NEW POSSIBILITIES” Finding Support Through ADHD COMMUNITY , Thu, Nov 28, 2024, 6:30 PM | Meetup - Evening Social by the Canal at The Union at Paddington BasinSheldon Square, London
We welcome you to the monthly social evening meetup in Paddington Basin 🌊🌊🌊 in the Union Bar next to Regents Canal 🚤⛵🛶.
(There are lots of eateries there and a mini Sainsbury's, open untill 10 pm). Home - The Union PaddingtonWe are an ADHD support group in central London organised by volunteers, join us and enjoy meeting your tribe in this convenient location close to Paddington Station.
As usual we will make sure that we welcome all the newcomers in our usually friendly manner.We are really welcoming and chatty bunch, we will look after you and answer any questions ADHD related. We have been organising meet ups for long time now and will make sure you feel welcome and at ease.
Shops, Restaurants, Cafes and Gyms in London | Paddington Central
Parking on single yellow in W9 is free on Saturday and in most residential parking spots. The closest is Blomfield Road and Delamere Terrace.
Also if you are walking there, from the Paddington station it might be a bit tricky. Ask for direction towards the canal. It's easier and prettier to walk from Warwick Avenue tube station. (Red dots walk in the photo below).This event is also advertised in our collective group:
Evening Social by the Canal at Paddington Basin 🛶⛵, Sat, Nov 30, 2024, 6:00 PM | Meetup
