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Center for Teaching and Learning

Neurodiversity Resources

Our Neurodiversity-Focused Programs and resources are designed to support neurodiverse students with documented or self-identified ADHD, autism, learning differences/disabilities and/or executive functioning skills challenges.

Below are Study Tips and Tools we have curated for neurodiverse students to help you make the most of your learning and studying.

 

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In addition to CTL’s neurodiversity-focused programs and resources, Stanford offers a variety of resources and a network of support for neurodiverse students. You may wish to explore:

  • Center for Teaching and Learning Neurodiversity-Focused Programming: CTL offers individual academic coaching, group academic coaching, co-working sessions, tutoring, and a neurodiversity-focused course.
  • Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS): In addition to counseling services, CAPS offers ADHD-specific consultations to help students connect with assessment, academic support, and other campus resources.
  • Disability Community (DisCo) Space: DisCo is a physical space on campus dedicated to providing support, opportunities, and connection for Stanford’s disability community.
  • Neurodiversity and Disability at Stanford: This is a comprehensive digital guide (by students and for students) detailing how to access accommodations, seek academic support, and find community as a neurodiverse and disabled student.
  • Office of Accessible Education (OAE): OAE is responsible for helping students access academic and housing accommodations in order to promote an accessible, inclusive learning environment.
  • Schwab Learning Center at CHC: Part of the Children’s Health Council (CHC) in Palo Alto, the Schwab Learning Center offers evaluations for learning disabilities and ADHD free of charge to Stanford students. Inquire directly for their most up-to-date information about services and eligibility.
  • Stanford Neurodiversity Project: The Stanford Neurodiversity Project offers a wide range of resources for neurodiverse individuals, including psychiatric and psychological services.