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  • Neurodevelopmental Disorders
  • Higher Education

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  • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) significantly impacts adults, especially college students, leading to academic impairment.
  • Existing research on ADHD impairment is predominantly quantitative and child-focused.
  • A qualitative approach is needed to understand the lived experiences of college students with ADHD.

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  • To explore the lived experience of college students with ADHD.
  • To identify resources utilized by college students with ADHD.

Main Methods:

  • Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis (IPA) was employed.
  • Focus groups were conducted with 36 college students diagnosed with ADHD.

Main Results:

  • Participants described a complex and mixed experience of living with ADHD in college.
  • Three core constructs emerged: Consequences of Diagnosis, Impairment, and Treatment Management.
  • Varied use of treatments and accommodations was reported.

Conclusions:

  • The study highlights the multifaceted challenges faced by college students with ADHD.
  • Findings have implications for professionals supporting these students.
  • Further research directions are suggested to improve interventions and support systems.