<p>Your son should consider talking to his academic adviser. If he doesn’t like his adviser, I believe he can switch to another one after the 2nd quarter. My S switched and it helped him greatly. There is help available, however, the student must take the initiative. My son was at first reluctant to speak to his adviser or even the TAs for a course. Eventually he learned that it was ok to get help and that it actually enhanced his learning experience.</p>