ADHD Referrals Made Simple for Universities

Universities don’t have a visibility problem—they have a timing problem. Students are often identified too late, when they’re already behind and at risk. AXON ADHD catches early signals and connects them to support before issues escalate.

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1,000+ Patients Helped

1000’s

Students & patients supported across universities and clinics

Clinical Standards & Compliance You Can Trust

We follow industry-leading medical, privacy, and security frameworks to ensure every assessment, referral, and report is handled with complete integrity.

Why Partner With AXON ADHD

Purpose-built to deliver high-quality ADHD support while saving time and creating value for universities and student support programs.

For Universities & Colleges

Early Identification of at risk students

ADHD, depression, anxiety, and substance abuse are the leading causes of drop out.

Protect the Investment

A lost semester can cost families dearly and the school risks losing the student entirely.

One streamlined screening

for ADHD, anxiety, depression, and substance use

Fast, Accurate, Affordable Diagosis

without adding staff or operational burden

“Early ADHD identification protects both student outcomes and institutional revenue.”

Student success

Retention

Financial protection

The Hidden ADHD Gap

Understanding the scale of undiagnosed ADHD and its impact on individuals, institutions, and healthcare systems.

1 in 4

College students have ADHD
Higher prevalence than general population

3x

Higher dropout risk
Compared to neurotypical peers

Only 25%

Receive academic accommodations
Despite diagnosis or suspected ADHD

-0.5 to -1.0 GPA

Average GPA gap
Vs. peers without ADHD or related conditions.

60%

Have a comorbid mental health condition
Anxiety, depression, or both

$1,400+

Additional annual cost per student
From unmanaged ADHD to institutions

What Happens When ADHD Is Untreated

The cascading consequences of undiagnosed ADHD across health, productivity, and economic outcomes.

Undiagnosed ADHD

Symptoms go unrecognized

Mental Health

3× depression & anxiety

Academic

22+ Academic days lost per year

$24.5 Million

annual lost tuition due to drop out for midsize state university.

The Cost of Missed ADHD on Campus

Undiagnosed ADHD drives dropout rates, reduces retention, and costs universities millions in lost revenue.

30-50%

Of college dropouts cite mental health or substance use as the primary reason

$50-100M

Lost every 6 years in tuition & alumni
revenue

$35K-80K

Lost per student per year due to untreated ADHD & co-occurring conditions

Per Student Impact: Early ADHD Identification Can Save Institutions $35K–$80K Per Student Per Year In Retention And Support Costs.

Why Early Referral Matters

Early identification in primary care and universities significantly improves population health and financial outcomes.

Earlier Diagnosis & Intervention

Identify ADHD before complications develop, enabling timely treatment and support.

Reduced Substance Use Risk

Early treatment cuts substance abuse risk by up to 50% in vulnerable populations.

Improved Academic Retention

Diagnosed students stay enrolled longer, reducing dropout rates and increasing graduation.

Lower Healthcare Costs

Early intervention reduces emergency visits, hospitalizations, and long-term medical expenses.

Better Long-Term Health

Treatment improves life expectancy, mental health, and overall quality of life.

Proactive, Free Screening is the First Step Toward Better Outcomes

Early identification of ADHD, depression, anxiety, and substance use supports student success while protecting family investment and preventing revenue loss from dropouts.

How Our Referral Workflow Works

How Our Referral Workflow Works

Our automated workflow helps providers invite patients to complete assessments, delivering trusted results through a behavioral health partner.

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Partner with AXON ADHD

At no cost to the school and easy integration with your learning management system (LMS).

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University Details Entered

AXON identifies your preferred workflow to make it easy for your team to provide proactive, free screenings for all your students and staff.

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Magic Link Shared

AXON generates a link that can be shared within your LMS messaging system to invite students to complete the free screening 2-4 weeks prior to the start of a new academic year/semester.

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Students Complete Free Screening

Students easily complete the screening on their phone or laptop in 4-5 minutes.

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Screening Results Automatically Shared

Students/Families receive screening results. If risk is elevated, students immediately directed to an FDA-cleared, comprehensive neuropsych evaluation via provided link.

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Consultation with AXON's team of Clinical Psychologists

Within days, students meet virtually with an AXON psychologist to review data, confirm diagnosis, and discuss treatment. Students receive a concise report including accommodation recommendations to streamline disability support protocols within the school.

Fast, Seamless ADHD Referrals for Your Students

Help your patients gain clarity and access treatment quickly through our streamlined PCP and university referral workflow.

Key Benefits for University

AXON ADHD streamlines student intake, improves campus communication, and supports better student success decisions.

Fast Student Import

Import existing students into AXON ADHD in a few clicks.

Secure Data Exchange

Industry-level encryption for secure student information transfer.

Better Student Insights

Receive comprehensive ADHD assessment reports for referred students.

Coordinated Support

Streamlined communication between university teams and students.

Zero Setup Cost

Free, fast onboarding with no technical integration required.

Frequently Asked Questions

We have the answers for you!

What is AXON ADHD?

AXON ADHD partners with universities to reduce student attrition as a result of undiagnosed ADHD and accompanying issues like depression, anxiety, and substance abuse.  We partner to improve wellness outcomes and improve academic performance through free mental health screenings and affordable ADHD evaluations to proactively identify students at risk for academic struggle or dropout—while easing the burden on campus counseling and health centers.

Why should university leaders care about ADHD?

AXON ADHD provides accurate, data-driven ADULT ADHD evaluations and ongoing support. We combine clinical expertise, standardized psychological tools, and cutting-edge FDA cleared technology to deliver a precise ADHD diagnosis and actionable treatment plans with access to ADHD medications and ADHD accommodations

We believe proactive ADHD screening is an essential part of making ADHD assessment more accessible to all people.  It helps identify ADULT ADHD symptoms for men and women. ADHD has been called one of the most over diagnosed and underdiagnosed conditions within behavioral health.  AXON ADHD can change this.  We can give people the most accurate ADULT ADHD diagnosis information available and help the millions of people who struggle without a clear diagnosis. 8 of 9 adults who have ADHD have never been accurately diagnosed.  We want to change this.

How does untreated ADHD impact university retention and revenue?

ADHD-related attrition is one of the most overlooked drivers of lost tuition.

Case Study: A midsize public university (35,000 students)

  • Estimated 3,734 students have undiagnosed ADHD.
  • 2,240 of those students are at risk for drop out.
  • Annual lost tuition: $24.5 million.
  • Four-year cumulative loss: ~$100 million
    Beyond tuition, attrition lowers alumni engagement, affects institutional rankings, and risks Title IV eligibility.
How does AXON ADHD help universities close the gap?

We provide a turnkey, data-driven behavioral health solution that scales across campuses:

  • Free annual screenings (for ADHD, depression, anxiety, and substance use).
  • Affordable comprehensive ADHD evaluations for students who screen positive — at 90% less cost than typical testing.
  • Immediate access to same-day testing and results.
  • Collaborative treatment plans shared with students, families, primary care providers, and academic support staff.

Training and consultation for faculty, advisors, and student affairs professionals .

How does AXON ADHD integrate with campus systems?

Our technology integrates directly with your Learning Management System (LMS) or student health platform:

  1. Pathway Mapping: We review existing systems and workflows.
  2. Configuration & Dry Run: We customize the communication and referral flow.
  3. Staff Information Sessions: We train campus teams on the pathway and ADHD care.
  4. Go-Live: We launch a seamless, automated system that continuously monitors outcomes and improves over time .
What is the cost to the university?

There is no direct cost to the university.

  • Screenings are free for all students and staff.
  • Full evaluations are paid by students or families, with superbills to seek reimbursement from health insurance plans.
  • A non-profit arm seeks grant funding to ensure access for low-income and underserved students .
How does this partnership support campus counseling centers?

AXON ADHD reduces strain on counseling and health centers by:

  • Identifying and triaging complex ADHD cases before crises emerge.
  • Offering objective, fast, and accurate assessments that counselors can use to inform care.
  • Freeing clinical staff to focus on therapy and crisis intervention rather than lengthy diagnostics.
  • Access to our network of trusted clinicians to augment or fully manage treatment.

This strengthens your mental health infrastructure without adding staff or cost.

How does this partnership benefit students and families?

Any incoming or returning student can have free, rapid access to evidence-based assessments and treatment recommendations, empowering them to thrive academically. Families gain peace of mind knowing their student’s university is proactive about mental health, ensuring higher satisfaction and retention. For families, AXON ADHD’s approach offers clarity, affordability, and trust.  For many families, the investment they are making in their students’ education is their most signficant financial invesmetment. Proactive screening is an “insurance” against the loss of entire sememsters or years of educational costs as a result of undiagnosed ADHD.

What measurable outcomes can universities expect?
  1. Higher retention and graduation rates.  A modest 10% improvement of retention can yield a savings of $Millions for a typical university.
  2. Reduced student loan defaults and improved alumni outcomes.
  3. Improved rankings through lower attrition and stronger completion metrics.
  4. Enhanced student satisfaction and wellbeing.


Each partnership includes data tracking to quantify impact and ROI over time.

How can our university get started?

Implementation begins with a brief strategy session to assess needs, integration options, and pilot opportunities.

We’re currently partnering with select universities and educational entrepreneurs to launch scalable, sustainable behavioral health solutions.

Contact:

Dr. Aaron Dodini, M.S., M.A., Ph.D.

Founder & Clinical Psychologist, AXON ADHD

📧 drdodini@dodini.com

📞 703.909.5101 x101

🌐 www.AXONADHD.com

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