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Mark Thomas1, Anthony Rostain2, Regina Corso3
1University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa, USA; Tuscaloosa Focus MD, Northport, AL; Clinical-affiliate assistant professor, University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa, AL, USA mthomas@focus-md.com.
Objective:
To assess perceptions concerning ADHD among U.S. college healthcare providers.
Method:
A 37-question survey was conducted from October 4 to December 2, 2010. Participants were contacted via mail or telephone and compensated for participation.
Results:
Thirty-eight percent of the respondents (physicians, n = 59; nurses, n = 138; directors, n = 101) viewed ADHD as a "problem"/"very much a problem" at their institution. Referrals for evaluation came from students (84%), psychologists/counselors (68%), or the institution (68%). Although 48% of respondents felt "comfortable"/"very comfortable" in their ability to recognize ADHD, 92% referred students for evaluation. Most respondents (>90%) agreed medication use may be warranted; 52% of respondents who treat ADHD or consult with a specialist (from 95% of physicians to 31% of directors) prescribed pharmacotherapy.
Conclusion:
Although college healthcare providers recognize the importance of treating ADHD, their discomfort in diagnosing and treating ADHD represents a barrier to care for college students.
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