I live in the dorms, and my ResLife office informed me, after I moved in, that I would have to give my therapist permission to talk to them (If I wanted to stay there). It is obvious that I am a cutter anytime my arms show. Then, a couple of weeks ago, I had some sort of reaction to my meds (psych and medical..they didn't fit well together), any way, I didn't even remember what happened. Some1 else told me about it. I have never been drunk, avoid drugs, or anything that may alter my mind. Then, my ResLife wrote me and said (per policy) that I had to meet w/ the director, but didn't inform me as to why. It's been 2 wks, I didn't know WHY they were talking to me. When I got the, very vague, letter I was ultimately concerned, as they refused to (in direct opposition of what the letter said) give me the reason I was being asked to meet with them. I mumbled under my breath, "fuck" and was accused of swearing at the staff. Then I was informed that if this happens I would be removed. IDK!
Answer by rlbaker319
I am not sure that it is discrimination due to mental illness- perhaps you should explain the situation in more details.
Answer by ZenPenguin
Problem is after Columbine and Virginia Tech, universities will err on the side of caution. They want to make sure you don't off yourself, or worse, take a bunch of innocents with you.
You can talk to a lawyer, or request to see official policy. But there will be a lot of interest in students who show antisocial behavior, and their response will be if you don't like it, you can always go somewhere else.
After reading your update, I can understand why you would be upset. I believe the university has both your interest and its own at heart. Obviously they want to make sure nothing horrible happens, but they also want to know what drugs you are taking and how you react to medicine. Remember, although is some respects you are an adult, in may others you are not. Give them the benefit of the doubt, although you have every right to understand the policy and be treated with dignity and respect.
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