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Learning Disabilities
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We all have learning strengths and weaknesses. Some of us are better at math, some are better writers, and some have keen memories for dates and facts. This natural variation of skills steers us in certain directions career-wise or hobby-wise. Learning disabilities are a more extreme form of this, and have a range of severity and impact on the student.
Learning disabilities occur in approximately 4 percent of the population, and are recognized by federal law in the Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act of 2004. Learning disabilities are heterogeneous in nature and are generally characterized by underachievement in school. According to the National Joint Committee on Learning Disabilities, these disorders are believed to be due to some central nervous system problem....
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One of the unfortunate things that accompany a learning disability is the stigma attached to it. Don't let this stigma keep you or your child from getting the proper learning tools available to your family that you are entitled to. There are so many resources out there to help your child work through their learning disability but in most cases it takes effort and diligence on the part of the parent to make sure your child is getting those resources. Stay on top of it and your child will get the help they need. Also remember there are many successful people out there who have achieved greatness despite their learning disabilities: Bill Gates -- autism; Albert Einstein, Walt Disney, John Lennon, and Henry Ford -- all had ADHD or ADD; Pablo Picasso, Tom Cruise, Richard Branson, Whoopie Goldberg, Leonardo Da Vinci -- have/ had dyslexia.
Learning disabilities or challenges are somewhat common these days, and stigmatization has mellowed. Still, that doesn't make it easy for you or your child. Sometimes just a little extra help by way of some organizational lessons, tutoring, taking tests untimed (this needs a note from a therapist), etc.; these are little things that go a long way. Most important, think of it as learning different -- not learning disabled.
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Sylvan Learning Center
This is a great program! A lil pricy, but worth every penny, it did wonders for our son. Recommend!!
July 31, 2007
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My son is in the 2nd grade and we have been struggling with his reading since the 1st grade. This last semester is the first time the Teachers have decided to sit down and really discuss my concerns. He is finishing up the 2nd grade and... read more
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