College presents new challenges for those with ADHD,but it doesn't mean you have to struggle. Create a planto help you thrive so that you can take advantage of all

of the new opportunities.

ADHD & College10 Tips for Success

Attendance matters. Make it part of yourroutine. Even if it feels too easy or boring.You will gain a lot by going. You havedirect access to the material and theprofessor. It also shows the professor thatyou are motivated to learn, which can helpif you need additional assistance later.

Go to class

Sign up for classes when it the easiest foryou to pay attention & when you can getthere on time. Coming in late, skipping, ornot being able to pay attention preventsyou from learning. It's better to not take aclass, than face the stress of failing it andtaking it again later.

Schedule smart

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Lack of sleep makes ADHD symptomsworse. Keep a consistent sleep routineeven if your schedule changes daily.Sleep deprivation results in it taking

longer to get work done and the qualitysuffers.

SleepCheck in with your parents about how

you are doing. Being around newpeople, situations, and experiences can

be overwhelming. It's hard to know ifyou are "doing enough." Parents can

provide support and a valuableperspective.

Parent Support

Alcohol consumption creates morenegative effects for students withADHD. It increases symptoms of

ADHD, like impulsiveness. Also, mixingalcohol and other drugs with ADHD

medication can result in dangerous sideeffects.

Reduce AlcoholDon't wait until a crisis happens to get

support. Use resources available to youfrom the beginning of the semester(study groups, office hours, tutoring,

counseling, etc). You'll spend less timeand energy preventing a crisis. If youneed to make changes, it's better to

have plenty of time left in the semester.

Be Proactive

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VSWork first!There are so many distractionson campus! However, you'lllikely have to put a lot of timeand energy into completingyour work.Schedule specifictimes to study & stick to theplan.

You'll enjoy social time more,when the work is done.

Play later!

Fun is important. You can't workall the time. Reward yourself withfun activities after your work isdone.

If you play first, you may neverget to your work and feel guiltyand anxious about falling behind.

You can't plan ahead if you can't rememberwhen your projects are due and you needto start studying for tests. You don't want tohave to worry constantly about forgettingthings

At the beginning of the semester, sit downwith your syllabus and enter dates into anonline calendar or app. Schedule yourselfto receive reminders. Go to LSI for help.

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Take your medication asprescribed. Don't skip doses ortake more when cramming for atest. It's unsafe. It will mess upyour sleep schedule and makeit harder to concentrate.

If your medication isn't working,talk to your provider.

Accommodations aren't specialtreatment. They allow you towork up to your capability.

Consult with ODS about whatdocumentation is needed andmake sure to inform yourprofessors of youraccommodations at thebeginning of each semester.

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