Why Is It So Hard to Get an ADHD Evaluation in College?
Expert analysis on the college ADHD evaluation crisis, which leaves students without critical academic support. Expose how universities actively blockade ADHD treatment access due to fears about stimulant medications on campus, creating long waitlists and forcing students to pay out-of-pocket while simultaneously blocking access to accommodations and resources that require formal diagnosis. Position Dr. Winkler’s expertise in adult ADHD diagnosis and his innovative psychiatry residency training program (currently being piloted at GW) as the solution—demonstrating that proper training in confident ADHD diagnosis and evidence-based treatment for adults over 18 would eliminate unnecessary barriers while actually reducing stimulant misuse through appropriate clinical judgment.
ADHD and College Failure – New 2025 Report
Adult ADHD has a significant impact on college success, with our in-depth analysis revealing notable achievement gaps that persist throughout higher education. Drawing from multiple studies, clinical outcomes, and disability services data, our team has compiled and synthesized the most relevant and recent research to better understand the academic challenges facing college students with ADHD. […]