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Hi guys!! :) I am heading off to college soon and I am worried on how I am gonna handle undiagnosed chronic illness and autism and adhd at the same time also how to I tell my roomate :,)
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Anonymous 4w

Shoot your shot with disability services, get connected with student success/academic advising BEFORE you start struggling, similarly, communicate with your roommate BEFORE any problems and NEVER phrase anything like “because I have X illness Y is going to happen and you have to deal with it”

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Anonymous 4w

as a junior who went through college while being diagnosed and is now navigating it with a diagnosis- be honest. with professors do NOT give a sob story and make sure to tell them right at the beginning in a simple email offering to meet if they have any questions. see what therapy/mh services your uni offers and meet with someone in accommodations and explain your situation.

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Anonymous 4w

also you may need to accept at times that you may not get the “normal” college experience. prioritize what makes you happy and productive and be kind to yourself.

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