Students Living Away from Home
Congratulations to those of you who will be attending college or university!
You are on your way to a new and important chapter of your life.
If it is your first year, you may feel a little intimidated. If you are a little nervous, chances are that others are feeling the same way.
For those living in residence, here are a few things to keep in mind.
- Inform your dorm supervisor of your seizure disorder, and make sure s/he knows the appropriate first aid treatment you require.
- It is your decision whether or not to disclose your epilepsy to your roommate. However, it may be a good idea as your roommate will likely find out anyway. People tend to be less fearful if they know ahead of time what may happen so that they are prepared to handle the situation.
- Often when students live away from home, they lose out on nutritious home cooked meals. When buying foods, try to maintain a healthy diet.
- Now that you are out on your own and have no parents watching over you, you will probably not sleep as much as you used to. Since adequate sleep contributes to better seizure control, ensure that you get enough sleep each night.
The experiences gained from post-secondary education will last a lifetime; whether these memories are positive or negative depends on you.
Try joining associations that are of interest to you, since getting involved with your school will make you feel more a part of it. There are student counsel organizations, associations for different cultures, athletic teams, etc.
Discover your options. The school's many organizations can usually be found easily on their web sites, in school newspapers, in school agendas, and on flyers posted around campus.
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