Hi! My school has the same rules on probation- so a 2.0 GPA.
I know how you feel. Especially if it is a major/class that requires high concentration, it’s hard to deal with. I had a hard time coping through everything, and still am.
I’m an English major, so I have to spend so much of my energy on reading. And typing a paper that has a 1,000 words in MLA. When I’m studying, I get really worn out. I was always worried about going below the 2.0 GPA because my schizophrenia is very severe. I can’t remember one time that I haven’t been hospitalized during my school years.
When I was reading your topic here, my heart was calling out to you because it seems very similar to me when I’m at school. I’ll do my best to give you some advice.
When I’m reading and studying, I turn on a song that I personally like- but preferably with no lyrics.
You can plan ahead to take care of yourself- for example, going out for a walk, or hang out with friends.
You can ask other students in the same class on what materials they have on your class.
If you have a tutorial time, you can go to the instructor and ask him/her/they a question and I’m sure they’ll be happy to assist you.
Communicate with your instructor so that they know what’s going on
Ask the accessibility services to see if they can help you with an extra time on quizzes/assignments. I’m under mine, too. I get double time.
Talk to your therapist- most schools have therapists in their school’s office.
And also, please take care of yourself and don’t be scared. I’m thinking of you.
I’m sure you will flourish! Classes will not bring you down. I’ve never met you but I strongly believe that you will get through everything you’re struggling with.
May I ask what major you are in? As a student with schizophrenia myself (BA English lit.) I want to do my best to help you with anything that’s on your mind.
Take care and stay strong!
i haven’t yet declared my major or really decided on it, i am leaning towards anthropology, our program here seems very nice, small and concentrated.
the class im taking is for psych major, a bigger program, but arguably a useless major if you seek to get a job.
thank you for your advice! i’m hoping i can pull myself together enough to finish this semester. got an extension on the exam date but still feel quite incapable of studying.
i will take your advice to heart and try to develop better habits, i am generally very inflexible in my ways of thinking and doing things, making it hard for me to adapt to challenges
Oh that’s amazing! Small courses are so nice. I had to take like…a course with like 200+ people and the professor was not even following the textbook; I payed 200 dollars for it!!
Anyways…don’t mind me, lol. I would say, follow your passion and do what’s best for you. I think if you have passion and love for what you are studying, then you can accomplish your goals despite what others might think.
It took me…about three years in high school to finally figure out that I wanted to study literature. Some of my family members didn’t like it- I think it’s because they consider a degree in English lit. is not as useful. I think there are many ways to succeed. There’s a site called “Dear English Major” and it helped me to firmly understand my passion and there are many, many ways to fulfill one’s dream! (I’ll post the link to it below if you are interested.) http://www.dearenglishmajor.com/
And no worries! Thank you for replying back to me. I’m sure you’ll be able to pull through for your semester. I would say, always listen to your body, and do what’s best for you. I find that stress really pulls me down. You can also take electives, too- I usually try to balance courses in my English degree to make sure that I don’t suffer a massive breakdown. I do lots of music stuff for my minor (Chamber Choir) and it’s helping me a ton. I don’t know if you are interested in singing, but I find it super relaxing and helpful.
If you need someone to talk to, please let me know and I would do my best to help you. I know how it feels to be in your situation…because I always have so much hallucinations and it’s sometimes very unbearable. I’m thinking of you!! Stay strong. <3