Developmental context and treatment principles for ADHD among college students
Andrew P Fleming1, Robert J McMahon
1University of Washington, Seattle, WA 98195-1525, USA. fleming3@u.washington.edu
Clinical Child and Family Psychology Review
|October 12, 2012
Summary
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) significantly impacts college students, affecting academics and well-being. This review proposes a framework for developing targeted ADHD interventions for this vulnerable population.
Area of Science:
- Neurodevelopmental Disorders
- Higher Education Psychology
- Clinical Psychology
Background:
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) affects 2-8% of college students, leading to impaired academic, psychological, and social functioning.
- The college environment exacerbates ADHD challenges due to reduced structure and increased demands for self-regulation.
- Limited treatment development research exists for college students with ADHD.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review existing research to guide intervention development for college students with ADHD.
- To integrate findings on ADHD's functional impairment, developmental context, and treatment outcomes.
- To propose treatment targets and intervention principles for this population.
Main Methods:
- Comprehensive literature review integrating three key domains:
- 1. Functional impairment in college students with ADHD.
- 2. Etiology and developmental context of ADHD in emerging adults (18-24).
- 3. Treatment outcome research in adolescents and adults with ADHD.
Main Results:
- Identified specific functional impairments and challenges faced by college students with ADHD.
- Synthesized etiological factors and developmental considerations relevant to emerging adults.
- Reviewed existing treatment outcome data from related populations.
Conclusions:
- A framework for ADHD intervention development in college students is proposed.
- Specific treatment targets and intervention principles are outlined.
- Key challenges in developing and implementing treatments for this population are discussed.
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