"From Where I Sit" Video Series

Gloria L's Story

Gloria L, diagnosed with bi-polar disorder at the age of 14, explains what it takes for her to succeed in the classroom when medication prevents her from being able to focus for more than a few minutes at a time.

• "Gloria L's Story" Video (.mov)
• Transcript of "Gloria L's Story" Video »
• Faculty Responses (.mov)
• Transcript of Faculty Responses »

Student Suggestions

1. Understand the capabilities and backgrounds of students.
2. Be sensitive that students with a psychological disability may feel stigmatized.
3. Understand that some students with disabilities require more time to complete readings and assignments.
4. Provide "clean" copy of class materials or use materials that are already in electronic format.
5. Speak more clearly and slowly.