Senioritis

I used to think it was just a term for the lazy...the kids that just made an excuse to quit trying in school. I have finally learned though that Senioritis is not a myth. It is a devastating illness that is unavoidable to many people.

How do I know this? First hand experience.

I have been sick before. Never though, have I been so miserable as this Senioritis is making me.
I want to do my work, yes…but my body won’t let me.
I want to go to school, yes…but my body won’t let me.
I want to prepare for my future, yes…but I just CAN’T.

Not only am I unable to do the things I so long for, but society just does not understand that this illness is genuine. I now pity those with ADD. I once criticized these people who claimed to have such an illness, but by experiencing a shunned sickness myself, I now can relate. Just because you are not infected, does not mean that it isn’t sincere. Sure, we may seem to be making an excuse just to get out of work, but we have no control.

For example, yesterday: I REALLY wanted to go to third hour. Really, I did. I was walking to class though when my feet suddenly began to go their own direction. With tears in my eyes, I watched my hand reach in my purse and grab my car keys. I screamed for it to stop, but this was no longer my decision. My mind yelled “pottery!” but by feet took me to my car. After fighting the effects of my illness, I was worn out. I just quit. Next thing I know, I’m sitting in a chair getting my hair trimmed. Devastating.

Below is a list of common questions an answers.

What do I do if I have senioritis?
Keep truckin’. After your senior year it will be gone hopefully. In a worst case scenario it won’t disappear and you may be living on the streets--but the government will help you out.

What do I do if I encounter someone with senioritis?
Keep your mouth shut. When you see a senior in the mall or getting a hair cut in the middle of the day, don’t point your finger or call their parents. Family members are the last people that will understand. Instead, offer a word of encouragement. Pat them on the back and let them know you are there. Offer to take them out to lunch the next time their illness attacks. You never know what your small act of kindness can do.

Is it contagious?
Yes, senioritis is contagious…but only to other seniors. If you are not a senior, don’t fret. This is a question I once received from a friend, Chelsea Ball (a fellow senioritis sufferer). Some seniors, like Chelsea may have a case of Severe Phenomanalpeermediation Senioritis. In such cases, headaches may be caught from anyone else in the room with a headache. Also, the word “drug” may cause an allergic reaction with swelling to the eyes. Severe Phenomanalpeermediation Senioritis Sufferers(try saying that five times) are HIGHLY contagious. It is important that all ages avoid these victims.


I hope that my readers can sympathize now with victims of this disease. Isn’t it enough that we are ill? Do we have to get criticized for our uncontrollable actions? We are already miserable. Please, don’t add to it.