Both College Board and ACT have significantly tightened their requirements. A brief screening, a GP’s letter, or a report that’s more than 5 years old is increasingly unlikely to be accepted.
Play therapy is valuable for some concerns—but for ADHD-driven behavioral challenges, the research consistently points somewhere else: Parent Coaching.
With symptoms often overlapping with other mental health conditions like anxiety disorders or learning disabilities, identifying ADHD requires a thorough evaluation.
With advancements in healthcare, there are now numerous evidence-based strategies for managing ADHD, including medication, behavior therapy, and community support.