Mastering the Transition to College: The Ultimate Guidebook for Parents of Teens With ADHD

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Michael C. Meinzer (Associate Professor, Associate Professor, Department of Psychology, University of Illinois Chicago)

Mastering the Transition to College

The Ultimate Guidebook for Parents of Teens With ADHD

Michael C. Meinzer (Associate Professor, Associate Professor, Department of Psychology, University of Illinois Chicago)

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Oxford University Press Inc
01 December 2025

Students & student organisations; Teenagers: advice for parents; Advice on education

Science-backed strategies and expert guidance for parents to help teens with ADHD thrive at collegeSending a teen off to college is a thrilling milestone, but for parents and caregivers of teens with ADHD, it can also bring unique challenges. Mastering the Transition to College is designed to ease those concerns by offering expert advice, practical strategies, and proven tools to help teens thrive both academically and emotionally during this transition.

Written with parents in mind, this step-by-step guide draws on the latest research, as well as the author's extensive experience as a therapist working with hundreds of high school and college students with ADHD and his perspective as a professor at a large university. Each chapter provides conversation starters for parents to initiate with their teen before--and during--college, as well as clear goals to accomplish, practical advice on how to approach key discussions, and easy-to-use tools to help guide parents through the topic.

Through this guidebook, parents and teens will learn evidence-based strategies that support organization, time management, and communication. Additionally, this book provides tips for addressing common mental health concerns that often come with ADHD, and explores how to maximize campus resources to ensure academic success and emotional well-being.

Mastering the Transition to College will help families confidently navigate this new chapter, ensuring the transition from high school to college is as smooth as possible.

By: Michael C. Meinzer (Associate Professor Associate Professor Department of Psychology University of Illinois Chicago)
Imprint: Oxford University Press Inc
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 251mm, Width: 181mm, Spine: 12mm
Weight: 413g
ISBN: 9780197762288
ISBN 10: 019776228X
Pages: 192
Publication Date: 01 December 2025
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Michael Meinzer, PhD, is an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of Illinois Chicago. There, he directs the UIC SUCCEEDS ADHD Program that provides free comprehensive treatment for students with ADHD. His research delves into the co-occurrence of mental health challenges in children, adolescents, and adults with ADHD, with a focus on developing customized interventions that build on strengths and foster resilience. Dr. Meinzer's work is widely published and has garnered significant support from the National Institutes of Health and recognition from Children and Adults with ADHD (CHADD). He has held leadership positions in prominent organizations, including the Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies and The Society of Child and Adolescent Clinical Psychology.