- Facing challenges entering college
- Posted By:
- Karen W.
- Posted On:
- 20-May-2009
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Today we all require a degree of some sort. High school education is not enough anymore. Also the transition from the school environment to the university atmosphere is not easy. It becomes more difficult for children who suffer from A.D.H.D.
These children have to struggle with a lot of mental, emotional, and academic and other personal challenges. It is not easy for them to focus on their work. But they will have to keep up with the others if they want to meet the demands of school work.
A few doctors state that these kids outgrow their problems as they grow up but at least 2/3rd of the problem still persists. Medicines help these children but they need more support from their teachers, family and peers. Many case studies state how these kids were helped by their family members and friends during study hours. Some mothers and friends used flash cards to help them stay focused. This helped them a lot to excel in their academics and boost their confidence. But when these kids leave for college, their support systems cannot travel with them.
It can be a nightmare for them when they have to attend long classes, do their homework, and study hours and other activities that a regular child would do easily. There are other significant barriers these students may face. They could be shy to ask for help or will be loners. This will increase their psychological difficulties.
But these students open up or information about their problems is discussed with their teachers in advance, things can be a tad bit different. They can be transferred to study groups which are supportive of them and will help them out always. Even talking to their teachers will help. All this will happen gradually but it doesn’t mean that these kids should not go in for higher studies.