By Amanda Morin In a recent survey of the National Center for Learning Disabilities performed (NCLD), asked almost everyone had heard of ...
By Amanda Morin
In a recent survey of the National Center for Learning Disabilities performed (NCLD), asked almost everyone had heard of dyslexia. But only a third knew other learning disabilities (LD). And more than half of those surveyed wrongly believe that glasses can treat certain learning disabilities. Here are nine other facts that may surprise you.
1. There are no medical tests for diagnosing LD.
Researchers are beginning to learn the role of genetics in learning difficulties. But there is no blood test or brain scan may be able to tell you whether your child has one.
LD identification is a complex process. It should begin to have a doctor's vision to rule out hearing or developmental problems that may be an underlying LD mask. Then we will work together with your children, teachers and schools to observe information about learning and your child's performance and collect. Finally, do experienced professionals to test, check the information collected and how your child processes information.
2. ADHD is not a learning disability.
However, ADHD interfere with learning. And experts estimate that have between one third and half of the people with learning disabilities and ADHD.
3. problems of vision, hearing, or motor learning no problems.
This does not mean that these problems do not learn possible. And children can have with learning disorders problems with some of these problems. This may seem confusing. But the key is to doctors and educators have to treat the cause of these symptoms. In some cases, is a medical condition (such as poor vision or hearing) is the cause. In other cases it is LD.
4. ADHD drugs "cure".
Medications can be helpful for many children with ADHD. But it does not heal. The drugs in combination with other therapies is often the most effective treatment for ADHD. Tutoring, mentoring and counseling can help children, life skills (such as the organization of work) to develop and improve their concentration and attention. Drugs you can help you succeed in this endeavor.
5. There is no medical treatment for LD.
However, there are other ways to help children with learning difficulties. Examples include interventions instruction, assistive technology and accommodations. When upgrading from a "therapy" listen to treat medical LD, be careful. But keep in mind that some children with ADHD can benefit from a medication that treats the symptoms of ADHD.
6. Learning and family difficulties.
A child with ADHD, for example, about a quarter of the chance, a brother or relative with ADHD. And many brothers and sisters of children with dyslexia have similar problems with reading.
7. LD is not the same as a developmental disorder.
More than four people from 10 surveyed by NCLD think problems correlated to learn with IQ. The truth is that most children with LD have average intelligence or above average.
8. A disproportionate number of children identified with learning disorders compared to girls.
However, only half of all public school students men are two-thirds of the students special education for LD reception are men. The reasons for this difference between the sexes are not clear, but it is for all races and ethnic groups.
9. LD not be increased by the environment in which children.
Surprisingly, most respondents believe environmental four LD-effect of 10 teachers it also!
These surprising facts are more than just interesting sights. These are things to keep in mind when considering ways to help your child. It can be difficult to face the reality of the struggles of his son. But the more you learn about the issues, the better you can support and. For your child
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