Reply #9: hey, my sister has similar problems -

[blueraven95]

she's brilliant, but has terrible motor skills. There are actually a few disorders that have both those symptoms, and most people (including teachers) know nothing about them. In my sister's case, she also has an unusual speech disorder related to all the other issues.

I would highly suggest getting your mother to fight for the computer, if she will. It's not enough to put it in writing on some form...she needs to go directly to the school board and push. If it's possible get your doctor to write a note explaining about your motor skill issues. It takes a bit of energy and persistence, but after you get through the first layer or two of bureaucracy at the school board, it usually gets easier to get real results.

In the mean time, I would talk to your teacher, and this is important, before the big essay. Unless you have a really bad with him/her, he/she will probably be understanding and help you work out a solution. Just be really pathetic and explain how you are really trying, but the writing is painful. Most educators I know want their students to succeed and will go out of their way to help them out - especially for the students who are bright and committed.

Hey, and good luck and hang in there - we are all rooting for you! :hug: