Attention Deficit Disorder
Student Handbook
Charlotte Amenkhienan, Ph.D.
What is ADD/ADHD?
Who Has ADD?
What Causes ADD in Adolescents and Adults?
The Basic Characteristics of ADD
What is the Treatment for ADD?
Legal Issues for College ADD Students
Strategies for Coping with ADD at Work
Coping with Hyperactivity
Coping with Distractions
Staying Organized
Managing Time on the Job
Memory
Success Strategies for College ADD Students
Successful Transition Strategies
Class Scheduling Strategies
In-Class Strategies
Effective Study Strategies
Organization and Time Management Strategies
Resources Available to ADD students at Virginia Tech
References