Helping Students Appreciate Individuality

 

ADHD presents a person with unique genetics and life experiences (often referred to as nature and nurture). People with ADHD may become frustrated that organization, discipline, and focus do not come naturally. However, other qualities may come naturally, such as creative problem solving and compassion. Because of nature and nurture, everyone struggles in different ways and for different reasons. People with ADHD may become jealous that others seem to have an easier life. However, people of which they might be jealous may be facing private, personal struggles. It is crucial to realize that everyone, whether they have ADHD or not, has joys and sorrows, as well as strengths and weaknesses. One life experience that we all can appreciate is employment at Nashville State Community College, where we have the opportunity to work with a diverse group of students. The Access Center staff hopes that this series of posts for ADHD Awareness Month has been beneficial to the campus community. If any of you have any questions about ADHD or any other concern, please contact Andrew Mason (ext. 3741) or Gina Jones (ext. 3721).