Struggle Care

120: Going Back To School as an (ADHD) Adult

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Returning to school as a neurodivergent adult brings unique challenges, and we are discussing all aspects of this topic in today’s episode. I’m joined by “The Neuro-Spicy Student,” Amber, to share her experience and perspective on this topic. Join us!

Show Highlights:

  • Amber’s “alphabet soup” of diagnoses, misdiagnoses, and disabilities
  • Amber’s childhood experience in school
  • Two sides of the coin for most neurodivergent students
  • Amber’s story of multiple attempts at college and (finally) earning multiple degrees
  • Internal barriers in returning to school as an adult
  • A common experience for adults with ADHD: Learning and learning and learning—without formal degrees to show for it
  • Differences in going to school as an older student with accommodations
  • Finding empowerment in advocating for yourself–and healing your younger self
  • Specific accommodations you can ask for in college
  • Amber’s parting words for listeners considering a return to school
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