ADHD Referrals Made Simple for Universities
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1,000+ patients helped
1000’s
Students & patients supported across universities and clinics
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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
Our automated workflow helps providers invite patients to complete assessments, delivering trusted results through a behavioral health partner.
Partner with AXON ADHD
At no cost to the school and easy integration with your learning management system (LMS).
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.
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.
Students Complete Free Screening
Students easily complete the screening on their phone or laptop in 4-5 minutes.
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.
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 students get clarity and treatment quickly through our streamlined 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.
Expand Your Referral Network Effortlessly
A single, secure process for onboarding referred students from universities and partnered institutions.
What Universities Say About AXON ADHD
Academic institutions, primary care providers, and families trust AXON ADHD for clear evaluations and streamlined student referral support.
Frequently Asked Questions
We have the answers for you!
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.
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.
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.
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 .
Our technology integrates directly with your Learning Management System (LMS) or student health platform:
- Pathway Mapping: We review existing systems and workflows.
- Configuration & Dry Run: We customize the communication and referral flow.
- Staff Information Sessions: We train campus teams on the pathway and ADHD care.
- Go-Live: We launch a seamless, automated system that continuously monitors outcomes and improves over time .
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 .
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.
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.
- Higher retention and graduation rates. A modest 10% improvement of retention can yield a savings of $Millions for a typical university.
- Reduced student loan defaults and improved alumni outcomes.
- Improved rankings through lower attrition and stronger completion metrics.
- Enhanced student satisfaction and wellbeing.
Each partnership includes data tracking to quantify impact and ROI over time.
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
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