I'm a graduate student with complex ptsd.

What is your experiences/challenges you face going to college?
It takes me longer to do things, so I have to allow a lot of time - in case of bad days where I can't function, or just due to the fact that it may take me a day to read 15 pages.


Does the college you are going to make special accommodation for you?

No,but I haven't asked. I'd rather not, as I'd be concerned about stigma and job prospects. At the grad level your profs are also your employers and future colleagues.

What specific aspects of PTSD affect a college student?

I find issues with memory (I write EVERYTHING down now), concentration, mind feeling muddled, and dissociating in class to be the biggest issues. On the upside, my schedule is flexible as a student so I can manage off days often without missing class or teaching responsibilities, and don't have to call in sick, etc.