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Mirror Writing Does mirror writing in a four-year-old indicate dyslexia or another type of learning/language...		Failing Fourth Grade Parents who suspect a learning disability in their child have the right to a free evaluation...
Is Dyslexia Hereditary? Find out whether individuals can inherit the condition of dyslexia from a parent.		Who Should Diagnose ADHD? Read an expert's advice on how to go about getting children tested for ADHD.
Three-Year-Old Doesn't Talk Speech delays should be investigated sooner rather than later.		School Testing for ADD Find information about testing for ADHD.
The Difference Between LD and Mental Retardation Learning disability and mental retardation are two distinctly separate conditions, and the...		Computer Programs for Reading Difficulties? Our expert advises a mother whose children both have trouble with reading comprehension.
The Basics of LD Testing Learn what's involved in the diagnosis of a learning disability.		Hearing Loss and Spelling Problems There is certainly a relationship between hearing and spelling, but it's not the only...
Memory Problems in Five-Year-Old Read what you can do to address memory problems in a five-year-old.		Is Irritability a Concerta Side Effect? Irritability can indeed be a common side effect of Concerta, as well as a normal part of...
Problems with Reading Comprehension/Retention Problems with reading comprehension/retention could be indicative of a learning disability or...		Nonverbal LD Can Worsen Over Time The dysfunctions associated with nonverbal learning disabilities can worsen as your child grows...
Spelling Problems in 12-Year-Old What can you do to help a gifted 12-year-old son improve his spelling?		Central Auditory Processing Disorder (CAPD) and Siblings Family history is certainly a major factor to consider when you are doing an assessment for...
Two-Year-Old with ADHD? A two-year-old can have ADHD, however, there is a wide range of developmentally appropriate...		Off ADHD Meds and Out of Control How can you help an child with ADHD (who is off his medication) focus, listen, and feel good...
Determining Ritalin Dosage The appropriate dosage of Ritalin for children is a very confusing issue.		Devising an IEP There is a distinction between processing problems and reading disabilities.
CAPD, Reading, and Multiplication Tables Are difficulties with memorizing multiplication tables and reading characteristic of children...		Perceptual Motor Problems Visual motor problems require special accommodations in the classroom.
Centers that Test for Dyslexia Your child does not have to be attending a public school in order to receive a full evaluation...		Hearing and Speech Problems If you suspect something is wrong with your child's hearing or speech, do not delay in going to...
LD or Slow Learner? Parents seeks advice on how to make sure their daughter doesn't have an undiagnosed learning...		Does My Child Need ADHD Medication? Learn when it's time to consult with a doctor about your concerns.
Unmotivated Son Is Failing in School The best way to help an unmotivated child is to find out why he isn't motivated.		ADHD and Handwriting Problems Many children with ADHD have handwriting difficulties. Medication help some children; others...
Spelling Problems Run in Family There is often a genetic component to learning disabilities.		Diagnosed with ADHD There are important steps that need to be taken to make a diagnosis of ADD/ADHD.
Letter Recognition Problems and LD A large difference between IQ and achievement does not necessarily indicate learning...		Reading Problems May Indicate LD Has your son's reading improved with the tutor? If not, an evaluation may reveal that he has a...
Diagnosing Dysgraphia Find out the best type of professional to approach when you suspect dysgraphia in your child.		ADHD, Failing, and Not Eligible for Special Ed. Many times when children are evaluated by the school system, the results are less than...
ADHD, Organization, and Study Skills Find suggestions and resources to help a child with ADHD get back on track in school.		ADHD, LD, and an Educational Horror Story Our expert advises a mother whose child has gone through seven different educational...
Reading Difficulty or Disability? A school psychologist can determine whether a child has a reading disability or just reading...		Could Seizure Meds During Pregnancy Cause LD? A mother is concerned that the medication she took during pregnancy could have caused her son's...
Is It LD or Something Else? A parent wonders whether her first-grader has a learning disability or just a self-esteem...		Bright Child Is Struggling If testing by your local school district finds no problems in your child, it may be time to...
Learning Disability or Behavior Problem? Since the range of what's "normal" in children in kindergarten is quite wide, concerned parents...		Resources for Dyslexia Find helpful resources for dyslexia.
Public or Private School for Child with ADHD? A parent wonders whether her child's needs would be better served by a private school than a...		Is It ADHD? While a checklist can be helpful in the diagnosis of ADHD, it shouldn't be the only or primary...
Behavior Modification Instead of Medication? Will a child with ADHD eventually outgrow or learn to handle himself through behavior...		Is it LD or ADHD? These two conditions often co-exist, and only a thorough evaluation can sort things out.
ADHD and Emotional Development A mother seeks advice on how to help her seven-year-old, who has ADHD, a seizure disorder, and...		Special Ed Not Helping Child with LD When a child is exposed to some program of instruction but is not acquiring new skills, the...
Preschooler Can't Answer Questions A mother is concerned that her three-year-old cannot answer even simple questions about a book...		Ten-Year-Old's Behaviors Worry Stepmom A stepmother seeks help navigating the "system" to get an evaluation for her stepson, plus...

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