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Students with Psychological DisabilitiesPsychological disabilities cover a wide range of disorders, such as anxiety, depression, and personality disorders. Depending on the severity and functional limitations caused by the psychological condition, the student may be eligible for services through the Office for Disability Services, ODS. In order for a psychological condition to be considered a disability, the student must demonstrate through documentation that their condition meets the definition of a disability under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) 1990. According to these laws, the definition of a disability is a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activities. ODS requires specific information from both the student and the student's provider to determine if the student's condition is considered a disability under these laws and if the student is eligible to receive academic adjustments, auxiliary aids and/or services. Students requesting services for a psychological disorder through ODS should refer to the following links in this web site: For further information regarding the above links, please contact ODS at 814-863-1807 (V/TTY). ODS encourages a student's psychologist, psychiatrist, or therapist to contact the office regarding Penn State's guidelines. This will assist the student in providing ODS with the appropriate documentation.
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