Learning Disabilities

Parents of homeschoolers with learning disabilities and parents of public school children with learning disabilities obviously have a lot in common. However, homeschoolers have distinct advantage when dealing with their learning disabled children.

Just because the school system says one has a learning disability, doesn't mean they are disabled, it means they simply learn differently! Don't we all?

I describe being gifted and learning disabled

If your child has complications with a learning disability, here is what you need to know about the potential benefit of chelation therapy.

Intervention at an early age in childhood can be advantageous to youth with learning disabilities. Early intervention can promote long term success and well being to children with difficulties in learning, comprehension, and expression.

It is estimated that one in ten school-aged children have a learning disability. Here are five of the most common learning disorders.

Learning disabilities affect plenty of children in the United States. These disabilities aren't as uncommon as most people would think. So then, how do you help a child with a learning disability?

Children with learning disabilities may need special services in order to succeed in school because they must overcome the barriers that affect their ability to learn. They may qualify for some financial aid.

Individually Reviewing Your Baby Can Read Effectiveness

I discuss extra time and other accommodations, for people in school and out.

Do you work with a student who has trouble with planning assignments, time-management, and organizational skills? The problem may be in the area of executive functioning.

An overview of the main categories for accommodations frequently used for students with learning disabilities and suggested accommodations are given.

The warning signs of dyscalculia, or math learning disabilities, are discussed along with classroom strategies when teaching students with this condition.

Does your child appear slower in some areas compared to other children his or her age? Are you wondering if your child has a learning disability?

To help understand what a learning disability is and what type of help is available I have interview Dr. Nicole Imbraguglio.

I describe how it is possible to be both gifted and learning disabled

Why wait until summer break to try to correct problems that have happened throughout the school year. Using the frequent breaks during a year-round school schedule allows for sequential remediation.

To help people gain an understanding and an awareness of the Disorder of Written Expression I have interviewed Dr. John and Pamela McCaskill.

If your child has a learning disability, here is what you need to know about the use of neuroleptic medications to control adverse behavior.

For children who have a learning disability, there may be a connection to a familial history of rapid cycling bipolar disorder. Here is what parents need to know.

The Millennium Farm Trust (MFT) was set up in 1996 and makes use of two host farms, one of which is Rede Hall Farm, just outside Bury St. Edmunds in Suffolk, England.

Today, it seems people are quick to assume that children have learning disabilities. It is that there are a number of children who do have these. However, some times these children have other conditions, including vision problems.

1 out of 5 Americans today suffer from some sort of learning disability. This document will define the characteristics of such a diagnosis, and explore a variety of research including: symptoms, diagnosis, treatments, prognosis, and support systems.

You have a mathematics learning disability. Should you consider going to college? This raises some thoughts you should consider.

There's nothing like finding a great resource with useful answers to make you feel confident in the choices you make for your learning disabled child.

Reversed and flipped letters are not the only indicators of a learning disability. These other signs may illustrate a problem for children in elementary school.

Consuming too much sugar is linked to an increased risk of obesity later on in life and also to dental problems, which is why it is wise to cut down.

Eating out is a popular and enjoyable way to spend time together as a family. It also alleviates the need to spend hours slaving away in the kitchen.

Bathtime can turn into funtime for adults with learning disabilities if you encourage them to relax, but this is also a good opportunity to encourage greater independence.

Adults with learning disabilities should be given every opportunity to access activities and needed services within their local community.

I describe how I've gotten over some of my disorganization

For children who have a learning disability, and tend to learn in a more passive style, here are some tips on how to help ease a child into a more expanded education in vocabulary.

Swimming is a great exercise for all ages and fitness levels. Many adults with learning disabilities particularly enjoy swimming.

Thanks in part to advances in thinking towards people with learning disabilities, attitudes are gradually changing.

Parents must teach their children values from a young age if they expect them to grow up to be responsible, productive adults.

Everyone has the right to a good quality of life, whether they are able bodied or they have a physical and/or learning disability.

The Learning Disability Helpline is a free community service set up to support people with learning disabilities and to provide their family and carers with advice and support when they need it the most.