senioritis
Senioritis is an informal, non-medical term used to describe a perceived decline in motivation and performance among high school seniors and college seniors during the final year, especially in the months preceding graduation. The phrase is not a clinical diagnosis, but it is widely used to describe observable patterns of disengagement as students anticipate life beyond school.
Common symptoms include lower grades, reduced class participation, missed deadlines, procrastination, increased absences, and a general
Causes and contextual factors include heavy workloads earlier in the program, accumulated stress, looming decisions about
Impact and management: While usually temporary, senioritis can affect GPA and scholarship prospects if patterns persist.
Etymology and reception: The term combines senior with a medical suffix to imply illness. It is widely