Managing Learning Disabilities
Children who are unable to learn as other children do are often
anxious and have low self-esteem due to poor academic performance. The two
areas of greatest difficulty usually are language arts and math. Children
sometimes become depressed as a result of their difficulty in keeping up with
other children in school.
While the learning disability cannot be avoided,
problems stemming from it can be reduced. Early detection and appropriate
professional help are the keys. Watch for learning difficulties as early as
kindergarten or 1st grade, and have your child tested if you see warning signs.
Be accepting of the child's problem and provide consistent love.
Learn your child's particular strengths and potential. Help your
child adjust to the difficulty and learn coping skills. Your child will gain
feelings of self-worth if you acknowledge each moment of progress or success.
Set realistic expectations and seek professional help to provide an
appropriate learning plan.
Will Barnes
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