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I am a very literal person that has a big problem with being slow and meticulous. When I sit done to do anything (for example a test), it takes a long time because in order to do that task I need to understand it extremely well and I need to follow a set process every time. A perfect example is the compass test I took this year to place into college classes. Because this test was un-timed, I was able to score almost perfectly. In contrast, when I took my pre-calculus test this year, I took a long time. While the other students had finished, I was still working on the test even when class ended. Another example can be shown from the SAT I took this year. Because this test was timed, I almost never finished a section.
On a quick side note, I do have OCD but I am making great headway in overcoming it. Not sure if it's related in any way though. So this leaves me with 2 questions: 1. Can I try to get some benefits as far as how long I can take a test? 2. What advice do you guys have for getting over this problem? |
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hi electrobricks
if you are diagnosed, you can get special accomodations. you qualify for disability program and would get extra time to complete things. and there are meds that lessen ocd symptoms and therapy that could work as well. welcome to psych central. you will find we have several forums where you can post about your concerns and receive feedback from other members. you will get a lot of support here. again, welcome ![]() |
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Tomorrow I will be going to the doctor to see if he can confirm I am eligible for extra time as a part of a disability. Does anyone have advice for that meeting tomorrow?
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Be yourself and be honest. I'm not sure how much a doctor can confirm. I would have suggested that you see someone who specializes in psychological disorders/learning disabilities to see if you meet the criteria. The best thing you can do is be honest and attempt any tests or evaluations that he/she gives you to the best of your ability. You want an accurate representation of your cognitive abilities.
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I have a learning disability. You can get tested at school. Look for the special resource center or ask your counselor. They gave me a quiet place to test, without distractions, and more time as well. It helped a lot with the pressure and anxiety of taking tests.
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On a side note, you said you had gotten 50% extra time for the SAT. My mom called the college board and they are sending out some forms for us to fill out. We are going to provide my near perfect compass test (this is an untimed community college test to see where someone is in school) scores to show evidence that I do better in untimed testing conditions. However, we are stilling to figure this out. Do you have any advice for us on getting the SAT extra time? |
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Hope this helps!
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The only advice would be to study well for your exam and give it your best shot.
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Man I am like the exact opposite of you. I fly through tests at super speed, if I take my time i learned my performance is usually lower. My college algebra final had like 200 questions, i took it shaking and showing signs of psychosis. Managed to complete it in like 15 minutes and got an A.
It was kinda funny because i was literally shaking, crying and emotional. My hand writing was really really bad due to my hands shaking and yet i was still the very, first student done the exam by a loooong shot. What i learned is you stick to your guns when it comes to testing. If you are slow and methotical be slow and methotical. I am sure you will get accomadations and don't be afraid to inform your professors about it too. Some of them will let you test even longer then the bonus time. I had a data structures 2 exam where our professor made us hand write all our programs. It was a 7 question final it took me 47 pages (i counted) to answer the 7 questions and I finished the exam in around 2 hours. I was the first student done, the next student finished about 30 - 45 minutes after me. (i got an A) I'm always the first student done in all my exams for every class, professors say its not smart. But every exam that i sat down and actually took time to answer i did bad on. SO basically just do school the way that is most comfortable for you. All the professors care is that you learn the material. They also don't want to stay in class all day waiting for you to finish your exam because alot of these professors have lots of work to do. Always communicate with your professor and tell him about yourself, if the school doesn't give you enough time he might give you even more time to work on it. |
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