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7 Strategies to Help Gifted Autistic Students Succeed in College
About 1 out of every 100 students in American public schools has autism. A subset of these students also have academic gifts and talents in a broad range of areas, including math, science, technology, the humanities and the arts. These Read more >>
What Is an Existential Crisis?
An existential crisis is an umbrella term that encompasses any uneasy feelings concerning the meaning of life. These thoughts typically come down to two foundational questions: Who am I and what is my purpose in life? Read more >>
5 Study Tips for Neurodivergent College Students
For neurodivergent college students to navigate their academic journey successfully, it’s essential to develop effective study habits and strategies. Here are some valuable study tips. Read more >>
If you have ADHD, you’ve probably been told to look for a job that will accommodate your ADHD weaknesses. Many people have found careers they love that are different than those said to be “right” for someone with ADHD. You’re Read more >>
Talking with Your College-Bound Young Adult About Alcohol [downloadable]
Talk with your young adult about avoiding underage drinking, even if you suspect alcohol use during high school. Research suggests that teens who talked with their parents about alcohol avoidance strategies before they began their first year of college were Read more >>
Building Relationships Is Key for First-Year College Students
What’s the best advice you can give to a new college student? Connections are everything. Research for decades has shown that the relationships students cultivate in college – with professors, staff and fellow students – are key to success. Read more >>
Young Adults and Failure to Launch
“Failure to launch” is a term used to describe the phenomenon of young adults, typically in their 20s and 30s, who struggle to transition into independent adult life. They often have clinical issues such as anxiety, depression, OCD, autism, or Read more >>
Discussing Accommodations With Your Professor
Even if you set up your accommodations through your Disability Services Office at your college, you should talk to your professor or instructor about your accommodations and your disability. Read more >>
Disclosing in the Workplace: Strategies and Tips
You are entitled to accommodations in the workplace if you have a documented disability. This includes learning disabilities and mental health challenges. Read more >>
High school juniors and seniors with learning differences and/or mental health challenges should use this College Transition Checklist to prepare for applying to and attending college. Read more >>
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2280 Kenwood Avenue, San Jose, CA 95128
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