[SilverGirl]

I am graduating in May (hopefully), but I am strugling in a few of my classes. Ok, most of my classes. I have D's in most of them and I need them to be C's so I can graduate. I have been struggling with meds at the moment and that makes studying rather difficult. Any suggestions on how I might pull through the semester?
Amy

[adeline]

I can relate, I was a straight A student until my disorders developed... and then on top of the dysfunctionality of the illness(es) you also have to deal with functional impairments by the meds (especially when you're still trying to find the right doses/meds). Does your school offer services for students with disabilities? Mine is very generous with providing accomodations (like extended testing time, "assisted" note taking, early registration -- so you can get a schedule that's most manageable -- and lots of other things).

I know that you're graduating, BUT you may be able to talk with someone at your college (maybe even the Dean) about your situation to see if they can help you out. They may be able to give you some kind of belated accomodations, maybe some kind of "acadmic forgiveness" for your grades. Like maybe you could be allowed to change the courses into pass/fail, or get some kind of second chance. Universities are under pressure to recognize mental illness and provide accommodations, what with the lawsuits that can ensue if they don't.

Finally, you might just have to take another semester to finish up. Does your school offer summer school courses? These are not only easier (usually) but also are cheaper. In my experience, putting too much pressure on yourself to get through college too quickly for you, in your situation, can cause depression from the sense of being overwhelmed and feeling unable to cope.

Good luck! Hope you can find some good resources.

Jess

[JustBen]

I think Adeline hit all the points there. Hopefully someone at your school will be understanding about all this.