Guest guest Posted February 13, 2012 Report Share Posted February 13, 2012 My daughter is currently a college senior. It has been an eye opening experience to say the least. Even though she also has some fairly significant learning disabilities, by far the most significant challenges have been dealing with overwhelming stress and a very high level of anxiety. Social issues are extremely problematic as well. There have been times, stress and anxiety wise, that I wasn't sure she was going to make it without having a total breakdown. She also pushes herself, even though I constantly remind her that she can only give her best effort of what she has available that day. There are no modifications in college. There are only very minor academic accommodations available, and they usually aren't the type my daughter needs. The Disability Services Office at every university is different, with some far better than others. We have actually had much more luck and been far more successful at the university level than at the community college level (we actually ended up having to file a formal complaint with the Office Civil Rights over lack of accommodations at the community college). Socially, she has probably been the least involved and accepted at the university level than at any time during her school career...even including middle school. It is a real balancing act regarding adult stressors, and there are so few supports available for adults across the spectrum, and in particular those who at face value appear to be capable but are truly not when stress and anxiety are involved. nna-- nna Bond, M.Ed., ATPSpecial Education ConsultantAutism SpecialistRESNA certified Assistive Technology Practitioner Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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