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Additional Documentation Guidelines for Psychiatric Disabilities
Documentation for a psychiatric condition should include the following components:
- A diagnosis by a licensed, Masters level clinical social worker (LICSW), psychologist or a psychiatrist, who is an impartial individual not related to the student.
- A clear statement of the student’s illness(es), including the DSM-IV diagnosis (coded on Axis I or II) , a summary of the present symptoms and a prognosis.
- Documentation must be current and describe how the student’s psychiatric condition interferes with, or impacts, their ability to participate in the educational process.
- Medical information relating to the impact of medication and/or treatment on the student’s ability to participate in all aspects of the academic environment.
- Suggestions of academic accommodations which might be appropriate in an educational environment supported by disability –related rationale.
