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- How Homeschoolers Approach Teaching Children with Learning DisabilitiesParents 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.
- Learning Differently, Not Learning Disability!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?
- Gifted and Learning Disabled: Call Me Twice ExceptionalI describe being gifted and learning disabled
- Chelation Therapy and Learning Disabilities: A Viable Alternative Medicine Option?If your child has complications with a learning disability, here is what you need to know about the potential benefit of chelation therapy.
- Learning Disabilities and InterventionIntervention 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.
Causes of Learning DisabilitiesSince the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) was passed in 1975, the category of students labeled as having a learning disability has grown at the fastest rate. Here are some of the causes of learning disabilities.- What Are the Most Common Learning Disabilities?It is estimated that one in ten school-aged children have a learning disability. Here are five of the most common learning disorders.
- Helping a Child with a Learning DisabilityLearning 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?
- Financial Aid for Children with Learning DisabilitiesChildren 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.
- Reading Systems for Young ChildrenIndividually Reviewing Your Baby Can Read Effectiveness
- Learning disabilities and accommodationsI discuss extra time and other accommodations, for people in school and out.
- Strategies for Students with Learning Disabilities and Executive Functioning ProblemsDo 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.
- Assistive Technology for Students with Learning DisabilitiesExamples of both low-tech and high-tech assistive technology for students with learning disabilities are given.
- Accommodations for Students with Learning DisabilitiesAn overview of the main categories for accommodations frequently used for students with learning disabilities and suggested accommodations are given.
- Teaching Students with Learning Disabilities: The Signs of Dyscalculia and InterventionsThe warning signs of dyscalculia, or math learning disabilities, are discussed along with classroom strategies when teaching students with this condition.
- Learning Disabilities: Signs and TreatmentsDoes 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?
- Learning Disabilities: An Interview with Dr. Nicole ImbraguglioTo help understand what a learning disability is and what type of help is available I have interview Dr. Nicole Imbraguglio.
- Gifted and Learning Disabled? Yes, It's PossibleI describe how it is possible to be both gifted and learning disabled
- Benefits of Year-Round School Calendars for Learning DisabilitiesWhy 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.
- Disorder of Written Expression: An Interview with Dr. John and Pamela McCaskillTo help people gain an understanding and an awareness of the Disorder of Written Expression I have interviewed Dr. John and Pamela McCaskill.
- Neuroleptic Medications & Impact on Children with Learning DisabilityIf your child has a learning disability, here is what you need to know about the use of neuroleptic medications to control adverse behavior.
- Rapid Cycling Bipolar Disorder in Children & Risks of Temporal Learning DisabilityFor 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.
- How the Millennium Farm Trust Has Helped People with Learning Disabilities in Suffolk, EnglandThe 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.
- Signs Your Child May Have a Vision Problem, Instead of a Learning DisabilityToday, 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.
- Born Special and Living with a Disability1 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.
- College? I Have a Mathematics Learning DisabilityYou have a mathematics learning disability. Should you consider going to college? This raises some thoughts you should consider.
- The Top Three Web Sites for Parenting a Learning Disabled ChildThere'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.
- How Handwriting Can Indicate a Learning DisabilityReversed and flipped letters are not the only indicators of a learning disability. These other signs may illustrate a problem for children in elementary school.
- How to Encourage Adults with Learning Disabilities to Reduce Their Sugar IntakeConsuming 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.
Reading Disabilities and DyslexiaThis articles describes a bit about how advances in medical technology have opened to door to understanding learning and reading disabilities.- How to Support Siblings with Learning Disabilities at a RestaurantEating 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.
- How to Encourage Independence in Adults with Learning Disabilities During BathtimeBathtime 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.
Reading Disability, Dyslexia, Learning Disability PreventionThis articles describes why English-speaking children are at higher risk for reading disabilities than children of other languages.
Curriculum Adaptation for Students with Learning DisabilitiesInstructional Adaptations for Students with Learning Disabilities, Access to the General Education Curriculum for Students with Significant Cognitive Disabilities and The Promise of New Learning Environments for students with Disabilities.- How to Support Adults with Learning Disabilities Make Healthy Lunch ChoicesAdults with learning disabilities should be given every opportunity to access activities and needed services within their local community.
- Getting Organized when You Are Learning DisabledI describe how I've gotten over some of my disorganization
- Vocubulary Acquisition Techniques for Children with Learning DisabilitiesFor 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.
- How to Support Adults with Learning Disabilities at the Swimming PoolSwimming is a great exercise for all ages and fitness levels. Many adults with learning disabilities particularly enjoy swimming.
- How to Support Adults with Learning Disabilities While Out ShoppingThanks in part to advances in thinking towards people with learning disabilities, attitudes are gradually changing.
- How to Teach Children with Learning Disabilities the Value of MoneyParents must teach their children values from a young age if they expect them to grow up to be responsible, productive adults.
