kimthecatlover,

I think your support staff needs to back off quite a bit. If they are concerned, they should concentrate on things that are important.....not on wearing more feminine cloths. That has abosolutely nothing to do with being successful in college.

The more they knit pick, the harder the time you will have. I think it would be a good idea if you set up boundaries for them.....if they are really interested in your being successful. Going to college while dealing with psych issues can be rough......when I got my BS degree, I didn't have any psych problems at all.....until my career ended after 15 years. I went through 10 years of anxiety & depression after my career ended.....then I went back to study a new field. It was tough to concentrate.....but college here in the USA has help for those of us with psych disabilities.....& your support staff should be heading you in that direction to give you the maximum help that you will need....not how you dress. It sounds like the direction they are pushing you in is more harmful than good. Acting & dressing perfect has nothing to do with being successful in college. Hard work & concentration on the subjects you are studying is all that really counts in college. It is also important to not let the psych problems take control of your mind also. I experienced having anxiety attacks when I went back to school & many times I had to kick my rear & not let myself crawl under the covers & sleep the day away. It takes determination to be successful & keeping your mind on track of your goals.

I am sure you will be able to do well in college......it is a wonderful experience....one I would always suggest people going for. The experience is great for maturing also & taking on responsibilities & seeing them through. If you go into college with those goals, you will be successful in whatever field you choose.

Go for it & don't let your support staff get in your way,
Debbie