ADD/ADHD
Students must
provide complete, typewritten copies of medical or psychological
documents that describe the current diagnosis, the impact of the
condition, and recommendations relevant to the college setting.
Documentation must be prepared by a qualified professional and be
up-to-date for the stated condition.
Attention-Deficit
Hyperactivity Disorder is a neurological condition affecting both
learning and behavior. It seems to be caused by a weakness in
how the brain uses chemicals of neurotransmitters.
The American
Psychiatric Association’s Diagnostic and Statistical Manual
Fourth Revision lists the following symptoms of ADHD:
- Symptoms of
Inattention
- careless
mistakes in schoolwork, work or other activities
- has a hard
time sustaining attention in tasks or play
- often does
not seem to listen to what others are saying
- often does
not follow through on instructions and often fails to finish
homework
- has
difficulty organizing tasks and activities
- often avoids
or dislikes tasks that require sustained mental effort
- often loses
things
- is often
distracted by other things that go on in the room
- forgetfulness
- Hyperactive-Impulsive
Symptoms
- fidgets and
squirms with hands or feet in seat
- inability to
stay seated
- climbing on
things when inappropriate
- often acts
as if “motor driven” - difficulty with leisure activities
- often talks
excessively
- difficulty
waiting in lines
- often
interrupts others
These symptoms begin
before seven years of age and apply to individuals with at least six
of the symptoms, which must be present at least six months before the
diagnosis.