Supporting College and University Students with Invisible Disabilities Oslund Christy
Supporting College and University Students with Invisible Disabilities Oslund Christy With increasing numbers of students with invisible disabilities attending college and university, faculty and…
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Supporting College and University Students with Invisible Disabilities Oslund Christy
With increasing numbers of students with invisible disabilities attending college and university, faculty and staff find themselves faced with new challenges. By providing detailed information on a range of disabilities including autism, AD/HD, dyslexia, OCD, and affective disorders, this book facilitates a better understanding of the unique needs of these students and what their strengths and limitations may be. With This practical handbook provides lecturers, tutors, disability services, and administrative staff with an overview of the invisible disabilities they may encounter, dispelling common myths and offering practical advice to support the needs of these students.Students with invisible disabilities are often academically talented but struggle with certain aspects of higher education such as keeping track of appointments or maintaining concentration in lecture halls.