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I agree with everyone who posted here, to a certain degree.
I agree with some that accommodations for AD/HD is a no-no. Eventhough this is protected under the ADA and you can technically receive accommodations on the job, however giving accommodations on the job for this is a very rare practice (from what I've heard). Even mentioning that you have the condition can be a bad move. Many employers perceive it as a liability. Technically they cannot fire you if you reveal this about yourself on the job, but as you know employers can find anything as an excuse to get rid of you.
Because of this, I think giving students, especially college students, accommodations will hurt more than help. It will give them the belief that the workplace will accommodate them like the schools. And, there comes the stigma and the stereotypes. Many people do believe that students who use accommodations are not capable.
I also agree with Lisa Fishman that in SOME cases medication is a necessity and is not a crutch. The condition is pretty complex; "learning how to cope" is not always sufficient. Telling a person who has trouble focusing to try harder is kind of like telling person who has bad vision to squint and telling them that wearing eyeglasses is a crutch. IF you have a genuine case, you have a chemical imbalance that prevents you from focusing, not a lack of willpower. Medication helps to get those chemicals in gear. Medication has been proven to help the majority of those with AD/HD temporarily. The only concern I have with usage of medication is unknown long-term effects.
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