+ Ableism and ADHD in Higher Education Sarah Heintzman, Katy Tufts, Eric Goins, and Aaron Reistad

+ Pro Infirmis: Because who is perfect?

+ Ableism The term used to describe the all-encompassing system of discrimination and exclusion of people who live with developmental, medical, neurological, physical, and psychological disabilities. "Disability, it is not the term itself that is limiting, but society’s perception of what the term means that is limiting." Rose Kreston, Director of Resources for Disabled Students at Colorado State University

+ Ableism History Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act ADA

+ Current Mental Health Issues Traumatic Brain Disorder Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Autism Asperger’s Syndrome Disproportionally and over diagnosis of learning disabilities among students of color Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder

+ ADHD Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is one of the most common childhood disorders and can continue through adolescence and adulthood. Symptoms include difficulty staying focused and paying attention, difficulty controlling behavior, and hyperactivity. What causes ADHD?

+ ADHD Hyperactivity Impulsivity Inattention Children Adults See a specialist SymptomsDiagnosis

+ Treatment and Side Effects Medication Sleep Problems Loss of Appetite

+ How does ADHD affect students in the classroom?

+ How does ADHD affect students after graduation? Jobs Finance Stereotypes Social Situations

+ Resources at FSU Coping Groups Faculty Resources Various Services

+ Best Practices Services Resources Uniqueness

+ Activity

+ Further Interest? NASPA Webinar: “Beyond the ADA: Inclusive Policy and Practice for Students with Disabilities in Higher Education” Register by March 7 th, webinar is March 11 th FSU Student Disability Resource Center Always looking for volunteers

+ Questions? Any additional questions, feel free to contact us! Sarah Heintzman Katy Tufts Eric Goins Aaron Reistad

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