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Getting prepared for college is a huge task. Theres's not just the parctical stuff like bedding, snacks, food, mini-fridge etc. There is also the adult topics to discuss. As a parent of a college student, these topics are critical to have. Why? No regrets. None at all. Even if something happens, which I pray it doesn't, at least you know, as a parent, that you did what you could. It's also a much better college transition.
Students with ADHD, learning disabilities, and mentla helath issues need these conversations to happen. At best, you get them prepared to consider other aspects of college life that your student may not have. Here six topics you might consider. Some are for thier safety, some for their character, and some to keep them at thier best.
What topics?
Behavior
Safety
Wellness planning
Contact
Home rules- commuting or back on breaks
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This is the second in a series this month all about copllege transition tips for parents and getting prepared. College transition is hard especially for students with ADHD, learning disabilities, and mental health conditions. Getting disability accommodations is vital as well as maintaining time management and mental wellbeing. What if something goes wrong? I mean really wrong, like life went sideways-type wrong. It happens, more than you think. So, what options does a student have if something occurs that impacts school in a negative way?
Learn about five of the most important policies that can help your student navigate through some challenging moments. Most importantly, two of these policies can save your student’s life and the life of someone else’s student. No joke, these policies are here to save lives, bottom line. A close second is keeping your student in school.
I hope you never need these policies, ever. If you do, you’ll know which policies can help and when to use them. So, grab a note book and pen, and take some notes.
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accessingcollege.com/college-success-revealing-the-top-3-areas-you-need-to-know/May is College Prep month and I’m kicking it off with an episode to help guide you and your student. If you could only pick three things that would make every student with a hidden disability successful in college, what three things would you pick? If you’ve listened to the podcast for a while, you have a good shot at picking these 3. These three things ehlp every student not just those with ADHD, learning disabilities, or mental health conditions.
These are simple, actionable steps. However, simple may not mean easy. No worries, I have a lot of help for you. In this episode, you know what the three areas are, how they relate to college success, and what to do now to help your student prepare. Whether your student is still in high school, heading to college, or in college now, this episode equips you with the tools needed to prepare for college and beyond.
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The Best Mental Health Wellness Plan For College Students
How To Cultivate A Mental Health First Mindset.
One Skill That Can Change Their Life: Resiliency
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Everything in college relates to mental health. Here are a few examples. Anxious college students don't study as well and don't remember as much for tests. Stressed students are not as productive and sometimes will put off assignments making stress worse. Depressed students may miss classes which causes secondary anxiety and worry about the work that was missed.
That's just the start. Poll any number of people and ssk them if mental health is important. They will tell you it is. Then ask them if they put their mental health first. Most, if not all, will say that they don't. Students will say the same. Yet, good mental health is the foundation upon which everything else builds and thrives.
So how do you cultivate a mental health first mindset? Listen in and find out.
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Today on the podcast, Rebecca King is joining me to talk all things heathy eating and changing your relationship with food to be healthier for those with ADHD. She is diagnosed with ADHD too. Here's what you'll learn on this episode:
What are some of the big issues around food and eating for those with ADHD? What is intuitive eating? How does this apply to ADHD?
Get prepared for college with Rebecca's practical and actionable tips to develop better intuitive eating habits to fuel your brain and body so your student can be at their best.
You can find out more about Rebecca here:
IG and FB: @adhd.nutritionist
Rebecca's small group coaching details: https://sites.google.com/adhdnutritionistllc.com/smallgroupcoaching/home
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All the episodes this month are about mental wellness. You will hear me say it over and over again, 'mental health is the foundation upon which everything else is built." It's true. Yet, we all fall off this wagon and it seems harder to do.
Truth is, it's simple but simple doesn't mean easy. So, how do we get our student to buy into it and incorporate wellness into thier college transition? Here's a secret. It's not that hard to do and keep up with. I'll show you how, what happends when students focus on this, and what happens when they don't.
It's all about getting them prepared and focused on what's best for them. So they can be at their best.
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Does your student have a sense of perfectionism? Do they get their self-worth from achieving good grades? Are the involved in a lot of different things? DO they have a type A personality? If so, your student may not be doing as well as it looks on the outside. Your student may be suffering on the inside. Overachievers succeed which can mask the pain inside. The pain becomes evident when difficulties arise in grades, or another emotional stressor is added, or they seem like they are overwhelmed. What had worked is not working now and the facade of wellness and perfectionism comes crashing down. Let's avoid that. Yes, avoidance can he healthy, but not for these students. How do you spot this in your student and how do you help them overcome it? Well, that's what this episode is all about.
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College Transition Essentials Course
Self-Advocacy for Higher Educaiton Course
Time Management Essentials For College Students
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This podcast will help parents answer the question, "Does my student need a new evaluation and college?" I'll give you a 3 step process to help you determine the best answer to this important question for you and your student's cicumstances.
Here are the links to the programs to help you and your student have a successful college transition and make your student into a great self-advocate.
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Join me for a special podcast episode. I am covering a topic that is not often explored in disability circles, scholarships. I’m talking with Kara Walker and college scholarship expert on all things scholarships. Kara will walk us through the process of finding scholarships and the scholarship iceberg. She will answer the question, do students with learning disabilities, ADHD, and mental health conditions have an advantage over other students looking for scholarships? How to begin the process, organize it, document it, and the special art of asking questions. You do not want to miss this episode!
BIO: Kara Walker graduated from college debt-free, and is now on a quest to help other students do the same with her podcast, "Money and Mental Peace." She is a twenty-something Christian entrepreneur, amateur snowboarder, and recovering over-achiever. Kara can help you get scholarships and pay for college without student loans!
Listen to her podcast, Money and Mental Peace: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/money-and-mental-peace-scholarships-budget-tips/id1602608122
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Dive deeper into the world of college services for students with learning disabilities, dyslexia, mental health conditions, and ADHD. There are a lot of services for every student at college. Which services does you student need to consider? And how do you factor college services into your student’s school choice? In this episode, learn how to help your student explore thier indivudual needs, college services offered, and decide which college has the right combination of services for for your student. #CollegeServices #StudentSupports #Empowerment
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In this episode of After the IEP, we tackle a crucial concern for parents and students alike – choosing the right college for individuals with disabilities. Navigating the complexities of college selection can be daunting, especially when it comes to accommodating specific needs. Join us as we discuss the importance of finding a college that aligns with your disability requirements, focusing on learning differences (LD), attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and mental health (MH). We emphasize the significance of prioritizing your needs over wants, understanding your disability, and being open to necessary accommodations. With practical tips, we guide you through essential questions to ask, ensuring the chosen college provides the necessary support and learning environment. The ultimate goal is to empower students and parents to make informed decisions, reducing tension and fostering mature decision-making.
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In this insightful episode, we review self-advocacy examples that foster self-advocacy in college-bound students. Through the "I do, we do, you do" model, discover how to gradually empower them to self-advocate effectively.
From scheduling their own appointments with healthcare professionals to handling takeout orders and picking up prescriptions (with a bonus: learning to ask pertinent questions), these seemingly routine tasks are pivotal in honing their self-advocacy skills. They are also easy to do, implement, and repeat as needed.
Why? Because it develops a students comfort being uncomfortable doing life tasks independantly for the first time. Once they do, the next new task is not as scary. Plus, they learn that idscomfort is not something to avoid, but something to work through.
Moreover, we explore the importance of asking questions during college tours and scheduling appointments to meet Disability Support Services (DSS) staff. Learn how these interactions can profoundly impact a student's ability to navigate academic accommodations effectively. Tune in and equip yourself with practical tools to empower your student's journey toward success!
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In this podcast episode, we answer the question: Whay self-advocacy is important? This is a pivotal question for self-advocacy for college students with disabilities. While self-advocacy is widely acknowledged and supported, how to develop self-advocacy is absent from K-12. In addition, self-advocacy's significance within higher education and beyond often remains overlooked. It's the first step to leartn how to advocate for yourself.
I redefine self-advocacy as a lot more than "speaking up." It's main effort is fostering self-awareness, from navigating strengths, weaknesses, and setting attainable goals. I'll explore aspects of effective self-advocacy as it extends to encompassing seeking help when necessary and prioritizing overall wellness for college and beyond.
Discover the interconnectedness between self-advocacy and a student's future trajectory, influencing subsequent generations. Join me as I uncover the essential components of self-advocacy. Grab your notes as we unravel the keys to unstressing success in college through proactive self-advocacy.
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Unravel the complexities of college responsibilities in this episode! Gain valuable insights into managing daily tasks, notifying instructors, and optimizing accommodations for academic success. Learn how proactive communication and informed choices about accommodations impact the college journey. We explore the use of assistive technology, test accommodations' intricacies, and troubleshooting techniques. This episode equips students and parents with indispensable guidance for a seamless transition into college life. Tune in to unlock the keys to a successful first semester and empower students to navigate their responsibilities with confidence!
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Tune in to our latest episode, "How To Eliminate The Sunday Scaries For Good," where we dive into practical strategies to bid farewell to that looming feeling of anxiety before the week begins.
Do you know a student caught in the grip of the Sunday scaries? Discover how a simple shift in perspective can reframe those feelings from anxiety to normal pre-week concerns. In this episode, we unravel the secrets to actively dealing with stress and anxiety through a personalized wellness plan tailored for students.
Routine and structure serve as anchors in an unpredictable world. Learn how establishing a sense of safety through a structured plan can alleviate the Sunday scaries. We'll guide you through the process of setting semester goals, then breaking them down into manageable monthly, weekly, and daily plans.
But that’s not all—find out how reviewing plans daily, both in the morning and evening, coupled with a forward-looking review of upcoming weeks and months, can be the key to tackling longer assignments and unexpected challenges. Join us as we help your student unstress their success!
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Welcome to "After the IEP," where we dive into navigating the college experience. In this episode, "College Transition Tips: Seeking help? What gets in the way?" we unpack the complexities surrounding asking for help in college.
Parents often worry about their student's ability to seek assistance when needed. However, various factors hinder this process. From denial and the pressure to appear independent to the fear of failure ingrained in us, these barriers often overshadow the necessity of seeking help. We explore how our belief that we should inherently know what to do impacts our willingness to ask for support. Moreover, the abundance of resources available sometimes goes unnoticed, leaving students unaware of the aid at their disposal.
Distractions and conflicting priorities further compound the challenge. By addressing these hurdles head-on, we empower both parents and students to recognize these barriers and proactively overcome them. Tune in for strategies and insights on navigating this essential aspect of the college journey on "After the IEP."
Ep. 30 How to go From Stress to Success: Growth Mindset for College Students
Ep 56 One Skill That Can Change Their Life: Resilience - Accessing College
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In this episode, we confront a common myth: the pursuit of life balance in college. This episode challenges the notion that balance is the ultimate goal for students.
Ever heard someone clamor for more life balance? It's a familiar refrain, but here's the catch—balance might not be the panacea we imagine it to be. In fact, striving for it could lead to more problems than solutions. So, what's the alternative? Flexibility takes center stage in this discussion. Exploring the pitfalls of rigid balance, we unravel the concept's consequences, from conflicting priorities to stifling constraints.
Instead, we champion flexibility as the true north for college success. Discover how embracing flexibility unlocks a world of benefits, enabling students to navigate shifting priorities and achieve a state of flow. Join us as we explore the power of flexibility over the illusory pursuit of balance in the college journey. Tune in for insights that might just redefine your approach to student life!
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Welcome to the anniversary special of After the IEP! As we celebrate a year of incredible conversations and insights, join me in revisiting the top 10 episodes of 2023 that resonated most with our amazing audience.
Starting off our countdown at number 10 is "Practical College Accommodations for Anxiety You Need to Know." From there, we'll journey through episodes that delve into empowering students with hidden disabilities, navigating college documentation, and understanding ADHD accommodations.
Discover the uplifting ways to encourage your college student in episode 9, followed by the essential strategies for junior year in high school, specially requested by our listeners in episode 8.
We'll explore the realities every freshman should know, the triggers of anxiety in college students, and whether a new psychoeducational evaluation is necessary for college readiness. Each episode encapsulates key takeaways that struck a chord with our community.
Remember, your voice matters! Just like episode 37, your topics and questions can shape the podcast. Reach out via email or DM on IG to spark conversations and insights. Tune in for a celebration of learning and empowerment on After the IEP's anniversary special!
To listen to all the episodes, click the link below for the whole list.
Celebrating One Year of Empowerment: After the IEP Anniversary Special
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Welcome to After the IEP! In this month’s episode, we're diving into a critical skill that can redefine your child's trajectory: resilience. Failure is inevitable, especially in the journey of a student. As parents, witnessing these setbacks can be tough, but fostering resilience can empower them to bounce back stronger.
In this installment, we embark on a journey to equip both parents of college-goers and high schoolers with pivotal strategies for building resilience. Join us as we dissect Bruce Lee's wisdom—shaping our children's skills not by providing what we lacked but by teaching what we didn't learn.
We'll explore the essence of resilience, emphasizing that failure marks not the end but a beginning. Unpacking the significance of a growth mindset (featured in episode 30) and grasping the art of introspection: acknowledging lessons learned and envisioning necessary changes.
Crucially, self-care takes center stage—we emphasize its non-negotiable role in the resilience-building process. Shifting perspectives, we reframe learning as a continuous journey, not a final destination devoid of mistakes. Plus, crafting a wellness plan becomes a cornerstone to nurturing resilience.
As we gear up to celebrate the podcast's first anniversary next week, let’s mark this milestone by joining in on this vital conversation. Tune in and equip yourself with the tools to instill resilience in your child’s journey toward success in college and life.
Ep. 30 How to go From Stress to Success: Growth Mindset for College Students
Ep 52 An Important Truth. You Need To Let Them Fail.
Ep 53 The Best Practical Reasons To Assess Their Semester.
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Join us as we unravel the intricacies of decision-making and the impact our emotions can have on this process. Ever found yourself making decisions from extreme emotional states? It happens more often than we realize, impacting our college journey. In this episode, we delve into the dangers of emotion-based choices and strategies to triumph over them. So, grab your notebook and pen, and let's dive into crucial insights for a successful college experience.
Discover what constitutes emotion-based decisions, stemming from boredom, lack of motivation, or feeling overwhelmed. Uncover their consequences - from lower grades to decreased focus and increased procrastination. Emotions often overpower rationality, but there are remedies. Strengthen your mind to surpass emotional hurdles by gaining experience in overcoming them. Learn practical approaches: finding novelty in mundane classes, breaking goals into manageable steps, and initiating progress from small tasks when feeling overwhelmed.
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