ADHD - registering as disability in college?

mom2and
Tue, 01 Mar 2016 23:08:58 +0000

Is the downside having it in writing and in the college record? Is ADHD a disability that must be accommodated under the ADA or is it something that could keep her from getting a job? Not sure a job will be willing to guarantee a quiet environment (with all of the open concept offices) or extra time for an assignment. What are the accommodations the school thinks will help her and what does she think? Is she on meds?

Many people with ADHD choose a job that allows them to manage and compensate for their disability. Flex time, taking work home because the office was too distracting, the right kind of job, can all be found. I am in the minority here, but if she is doing OK, not sure what the accommodations will accomplish at this point in her school career since they may not follow into the work world. Perhaps a coach or counseling would be of more help than accommodations in the classroom. That being said, if she is being really stressed out over the issue, starts doing poorly, and there are some accommodations that would really make a difference, then of course she should register.