However, being sick doesn’t mean you or your child have to stop working toward your dreams. It may force you to slow down and make some adjustments, though. With steady work and a good game plan, you may be able to keep moving forward until you reach your goal.
Make sure they know about the many symptoms of cognitive dysfunction, which may impact academic performance.
If an instructor is unwilling to accommodate, talk to a superior. You should be able to get reasonable accommodation based on your disability or condition. However, keep in mind that you may need to produce medical records to prove limitations.
It’s harder to adjust your course load in high school (or earlier), but your school or district may offer options that can help children with disabilities. For example, you may be able to go to school for a half day and take a couple of classes online.
For K-12 students, it might be possible to get a second set of books from the school so one can be left at home instead of carried back and forth.
You may be able to get electronic books for English and literature classes. Classics are often available for free.
You might want to consider recording classes, for a couple of reasons:
It can keep your hands and arms from getting overworked. You can listen later to help overcome cognitive dysfunction (brain fog).
If the campus is large, see if you can schedule classes close together or arrange for some kind of transportation in between.
Look into whether your school provides free tutoring services. If not, you may need to hire a private tutor. Local college students may be willing to help out for a relatively low cost.
For K-12 education, home schooling, charter schools, or private schools may suit your needs better. It’s also possible to get a high school diploma online. If the school has a counselor, they may be able to help guide you toward the best option for you.
If you or your student have trouble setting realistic goals or dealing with setbacks, you may want to consider a mental health counselor to help with these hurdles.
