Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

The ADA is a federal law prohibiting discrimination in private employment (for employers with over 15 employees), places of public accommodation (restaurants, theaters, doctors offices), and state and local government services (ex: public education, juvenile justice facilities). A diagnosis of AD/HD does not guarantee protection under the ADAA, as the ADAA defines a person with a disability as an individual who is substantially limited in a major life activity.  On January 1, 2009, the ADA Amendments Act (ADAA) went into effect.  More information on the ADAA can be found at on CHADD's Public Policy webpage or at the following webpages:

Updated September 2009

Related Topics:

• Workplace and Higher Education Issues

Other Web Sites:

• Information and Technical Assistance on the Americans with Disabilities Act