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Anxiety is a prevalent issue on college campuses, affecting numerous students. In this episode, we delve into some of the most common college accommodations for anxiety. However, it’s important to note that the suitability and approval of these accommodations can vary, so it’s crucial to work closely with your school’s accessibility staff to determine the …
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Top 3 Essential Strategies for Junior Year in High School for College Readiness In this episode, I’m focusing on junior year in high school and the three essential strategies to ensure a successful junior and senior year for college readiness. Drawing from my experience in college transition, accessibility, and learning disabilities, this episode offers actionable …
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Introduction You might be wondering what is a growth mindset? What is the power of yet.? Maybe you’ve heard the phrase but never investigated it. How does it relate to college and being successful in college? Moreover, how does it relate to students with hidden disabilities like ADHD and learning disabilities? What are the benefits …
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Summer break is the perfect time for parents of college-bound kids with learning disabilities, ADHD, and mental health disabilities to prepare for their child’s transition to college life by following a “Critical Steps to Do Now to Get Accommodations for College: Summer Guide.” In this article, we will provide a guide for parents of college-bound …
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I recently emailed some folks on my email list and asked if there was a topic that they would like to hear about. One subscriber, Wendy, replied with her concern regarding not knowing what accommodations her child can request in college. Here’s my answer to a common parent question. To summarize, Wendy is concerned about …
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Documentation requirements from college disability services offices can be confusing, frustrating, and viewed as a barrier. You’re not alone. Even accessibility staff find it frustrating too but for many different reasons. I have a whole blog post about those frustrations. You can read about that here. However, once you understand the reasons for the requirements, you …
Do you know how to get disability accommodations for college students? Being familiar with the process will make it much easier. If you are thinking about requesting reasonable accommodations for a hidden disability from the college disability services office, the process can seem vague and confusing. The information you need from the college may not …
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Success is on the minds of every college student. For students with ADD/ADHD, it can seem more difficult. ADD/ADHD comes with many things to balance and adjust to. Organization and the ability to concentrate on tasks are some of the more difficult issues that can affect success. Routine and structure are the two most effective …
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When a student with a disability is seeking college disability accommodations or contemplating seeking college disability accommodations, it’s not an easy decision for some. Statistics indicate that at least 20% of the student body has a disability. That’s every college. Yet, most who would qualify do not seek help or accommodations for a disability. Doing …
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This is a common reaction when students are new to getting help and college disability accommodations. Students often feel like it’s an added advantage or that they are getting something that’s helping them out more than their non-disabled peers. That reaction is normal. It’s also uninformed. My goal with this article is to shed some …
