Make sure you register with Disabled Student Services or whatever equivalent office. Use the resources that they have available.

Second - Really work on developing the skill of breaking big projects into smaller components.

It is easy to get overwhelmed when you look at the path that leads to the top of the mountain. However, a few small steps one-after-another really add up. Nothing is more reinforcing that success ... no matter how small.

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My experience has been that I get very overwhelmed when I look at everything I need to do and end up not doing anything at all. This also comes from a fear of failure as a child. This also leads to procrastination. What I have learned is that if I break down what needs to be done, take one part at a time and do it in 15 or 30 mins. intervals, I end up completing it and also feel a sense of accomplishment. Some of the things that you do not understand, try to write each down on a peice of paper and look at them, one at a time. Try to understand them individually on your own and if this still does not work, take this list to the professor and ask for help.

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I understand there are times that you're angry that you have ADD, but you can't allow your frustrations to cloud your judgement. Have you ever been evaluated for a learning disability? If not, schedule one as soon as possible. Chances are, you may also have a learning disability that's interfering with you ability to study. Hey, don't be angry if you are diagnosed with one. I have both ADD and a learning disability. Believe me when I tell you, it does make things more challenging. The best advice I can give you is find out and get the necessary assistance at your school. Good luck!

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