Marie Guarnieri

A late ADHD or autism diagnosis in high school is more common than you think — and more manageable than it feels. This guide for parents covers the most important next steps: securing a psychoeducational evaluation, applying for SAT and ACT accommodations, understanding 504 plans vs. IEPs, and finding colleges with the right support infrastructure. You have more options than you think.

You committed to college — now what? If you're looking for college tips on what's next for students with learning disabilities, this guide covers everything: registering with disability services, updating your documentation, building self-advocacy skills, and setting up executive function supports before day one.

If you’re in the middle of the ADHD college search, you’re probably carrying equal parts excitement and worry: Will my teen manage the workload, ask for help, and stay on top of daily routines? This parent guide walks you through 10 practical steps to build a college list that supports ADHD brains, academics, learning supports, disability services, housing, and community, plus what to ask on tours and in Disability/Accessibility Services meetings.