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Disability Services Faculty & Staff Disability and Accommodations
| General Accomodations | Disability Accomodations |
|---|---|
TRAUMATIC BRAIN INJURY
Most often result from rapid deceleration accidents; may also be caused by stroke, poisoning, insufficient oxygen or infection; among most rapidly emerging disabilities among ages 15 to 28 years.
Limitations may vary greatly depending on areas of brain affected and may include:
- organization of thoughts, cause-effect relationships
- problem solving
- information processing
- memory
- vision
- hearing and communication skills
- strength, speed and coordination in ability to carry out previously learned tasks
- writing, reading and visual spatial skills
Accommodations may include:
- note taking assistance
- extended time on tests
- separate testing location to minimize distractions
- tape recording lectures
- use of laptop computer with word processor
- audio texts and handouts
- alternative format such as oral or essay exams
- calculator