Students whose emotional or psychological disorder significantly impacts their academic performance may be eligible for accommodations. Some disorders, which might be disabling, include: severe depression, bi-polar disorder, posttraumatic stress syndrome, and multiple personality disorder. In general, students with emotional or psychological disorders do well in school. However, in some cases emotional/psychological difficulties may interfere with attendance, information processing, and academic performance.
If appropriate, refer the student to Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS). Avoid taking on the role of counselor with the student.
A student’s medication might cause them to be drowsy or inattentive where they may need to leave the room due to the effects of medication. Please do not draw attention to these behaviors.
All students are held to the same conduct code printed in Seattle University’s Student Handbook.
A student with a psychological or emotional disability might need test accommodations arranged through Disability Services.
If appropriate, refer the student to Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS). Avoid taking on the role of counselor with the student. It is important to maintain appropriate roles and boundaries with all students.
A student’s medication might cause them to be drowsy or inattentive. A student may need to leave the room due to the effects of medication. Please do not draw attention to these behaviors.
All students are held to the same conduct code printed in Seattle University’s Student Handbook. If a student is disruptive ask them to leave. Students whose behavior is inappropriate should not be permitted to remain in the classroom, activity, or service area. If the student refuses to leave or there is a question about safety, call Public Safety for support.
A student with a psychological or emotional disability might need test accommodations arranged through Disability Services in order to provide a low stress testing environment or extended time.