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Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) / Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)




ADD/ADHD are neurological conditions affecting both learning and behavior. They result from chronic disturbances in the areas of the brain that regulate attention, impulse control, and the executive functions that control cognitive tasks, motor activity, and social interactions. Hyperactivity may or may not be present.

Georgetown does not discriminate or deny access to an otherwise qualified student with a disability on the basis of ADD/ADHD, and consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the University will provide qualifying students with ADD/ADHD reasonable accommodations [see Procedure for Requesting Accommodations].

For more information, contact:

Jane F. Holahan, Ed.D., Director
Academic Resource Center
Leavey Center, Suite 335, Box 571235
Washington, DC 20057
202-687-9530
arc@georgetown.edu