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Asking for Accommodations in College

Even though college students with ADHD are no longer covered under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) or Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, they are still protected against discrimination.   There are two main laws that protect students, but they are different in many ways. These laws mandate that all students,... Read moreChevron
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The Role of Mediation and Due Process Hearings When Parents Don't Agree with IEPs

    When parents disagree with an Individualized Educational Plan (IEP), they have the right to appeal the decision by requesting either a due process hearing, mediation or both.   Once you file a request for a due process hearing, you will be notified of a resolution meeting. Both you and the school district will be required to... Read moreChevron
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Published Writer with an M.Ed in Special Education and Mother

Join the Discussion! Should there be Accommodations for ADHD?

In grade school my eldest son was having great difficulty with his handwriting.  He was referred by the school to see an occupational therapist to help him with his fine motor skills.  His hands would physically hurt and he would struggle to get in class assignments and tests finished within the time period allotted.  He was always... Read moreChevron
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I realized I don't know how to care about myself.Is this a Bio?

Too much expetations for myself

I renewed contract and welfare people helped me,I thought I can have neat room, at least sleep on bed.   So I ordered small sofabed..choosed carefully..(as a former stationaly planner an an Artist I can say I didn't wrong choosing things "only in its taste". But I can't deal with things after helpng person(only once in two year)gathered... Read moreChevron
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Frequently Asked Questions: ADHD in the Classroom

How does ADHD affect a child's schoolwork?    Children with ADD have short attention spans and are easily distracted. When children are not paying attention to what they are supposed to be doing, they are many times doing something they shouldn't be, such as making noises, getting up from their seat or otherwise disrupting the... Read moreChevron

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