School Answers: Opening the Discussion
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OPENING THE DISCUSSION
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If your child has a learning disability, he or she may not know
WHAT is wrong, but he usually knows SOMETHING is wrong.
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This can create a feeling of isolation and anxiety.
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Some parents fear telling a child too much will contribute to these
feelings, but many experts say this is the time to communicate
with your child.
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David Urion, MD suggests: As in other circumstances, parents should learn to
listen to the child, answer the questions the child has, and only go further when
the child requests more information. Too much information can be overwhelming.
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Any discussion of a learning disability should be backed by knowledge. Parents need to
be armed with as much information about their childs
disability as they can be.
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Its best to focus on what the child can do rather than what
he or she cannot do.
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Feelings of frustration can be especially strong in bright or gifted children. They may not understand why they are good at some things, but cans master others. This can
create a feeling of guilt about being a disappointment to the family.
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Experts say one of the most important things for any parent to
remember is that a learning disability is just one part of the
child, and children with LDs are not stupid. Acceptance and support at home helps alleviate the feelings of
isolation and guilt.
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Betty Osman, PhD recommends some ways to show support:
Praise for effort rather than only results.
When honestly given, compliments are vitamins to ones self-esteem and probably should be dispensed in larger doses than usual for young people with learning disabilities.
Look for and find the childs strengths, preferably outside of an academic setting
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It me also help to show your child examples of people who have faced
the same struggles. Theres a long list of very creative people and leaders of
industry who are learning disabled. Seeing what these people have
accomplished can help your child to see the possibilities in his own life.
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School Answers offers a complete range of diagnostic testing along
with counseling. Our fully accredited staff can help guide you through the entire process as well as offer your child the support his or her learning
disability requires.
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We help your child with organizational skills, tutoring and homework help. Were there to see that your child becomes the best student possible and to overcome those feelings of inadequacy. Contact us to find out
how we can be there for you.
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