Returning to school as a neurodivergent adult brings unique challenges, and we are discussing all aspects of this topic in today’s episode. I’m joined by “The Neuro-Spicy Student,” Amber, to share her experience and perspective on this topic. Join us!Show Highlights:<ul>
<li>Amber’s “alphabet soup” of diagnoses, misdiagnoses, and disabilities</li>
<li>Amber’s childhood experience in school</li>
<li>Two sides of the coin for most neurodivergent students</li>
<li>Amber’s story of multiple attempts at college and (finally) earning multiple degrees</li>
<li>Internal barriers in returning to school as an adult</li>
<li>A common experience for adults with ADHD: Learning and learning and learning—without formal degrees to show for it</li>
<li>Differences in going to school as an older student with accommodations</li>
<li>Finding empowerment in advocating for yourself–and healing your younger self</li>
<li>Specific accommodations you can ask for in college</li>
<li>Amber’s parting words for listeners considering a return to school</li>
</ul><h1>Resources and Links:</h1>Connect with Amber: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/posts/iamamberanthony_neurospicy-adhd-neurospicysocialclub-activity-7069633904550318080-_rwN">LinkedIn</a>Connect with KC: <a href="https://www.strugglecare.com/">Website</a>, <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@domesticblisters?lang=en">TikTok</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/strugglecare/?hl=en">Instagram</a>, and <a href="https://www.facebook.com/StruggleCare/">Facebook</a>Get KC’s book, <a href="https://www.amazon.com/How-Keep-House-While-Drowning/dp/1668002841">How to Keep House While Drowning</a> Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

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