Disability, exams and Philip's epic focus

By ReachOut Content Team
Published 06 September 2023

Having muscular dystrophy meant that Philip got more time to complete his exams. But how did he maintain his concentration for six hours straight? Here's how he developed his epic focus and organisational skills.

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I got an offer a week before I even got my ATAR so I already knew that I got into the course.

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