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I'm new to this site and am so glad I found it, especially this "nurses with disabilities" sec. I was just diagnosed with ADHD with an Rx coming. I was just accepted into the nursing program at my university. The entrance is contingent upon passing the background check, get vaccinated, etc. As part of my physical check I had a mental eval. and that's when I was diagnosed. I was freaking out that I might be excluded from the program because of my dx and being prescribed a control substance for it. I read some of the posts and it was like reading my own experience. I'm so glad that I'm not alone !!! I don't want to take any meds though, anyone have any ideas on alternate vitamins or some other (over-the-counter) stuff? Though my Dr. really wants me to try the meds, and if they don't work then try other ones. I'm supposed to go back for a follow-on visit, amd I don't know what to do. Having ADHD, I guess, has helped me in my English classes with my "creative writting" ideas and in some of my chaotic multi-tasking abilities.

I also got a B in A&PI and was also a bit discouraged. However, it got better the following semester and I got an A in A&P II. I was just accepted into the Nursing program and start this Fall. B is an easy grade to make up. You came close to a 90, you'll do better in A&PII. You might just have to revise your studying habits. Cheer up and good luck

Thanks for your words of advice and encouragement. I started thinking, for a change .., more like projecting, if if should get a second opinion to refute the first doctor, etc., etc., etc. I can manage the school load ok (papers, etc.), it is just that I need to concentrate a bit harder than others. The only problem is in study group settings, no one can cath up with me at switching subjects at my lighting speeds... hence my nickname, speedy.

I was just accepted into a nursing program, where I am scheduled to start this September. As you all, probably know, I am supposed to turn in a package (vaccinations, CPR, etc.) ... well, one of the categories is physical check up which included a mental health check. After visiting with a different doctor, I was diagnosed with ADHD and gave me a prescription for it. This is now part of my permanent records, which was submitted directly to my university. I am extremely anxious that this fact (diagnosis of ADHD + "Rx" for it) will automatically disqualify me from the program being that the Rx is a controlled substance. I have a 3.75 GPA, and no other health related issues. Can someone please tell me if I am over reacting, or if my anxiety is justified. I do not want to take this Rx either. Thank'U All