Expert Advice: LD and ADD/ADHD
Mirror Writing
Does mirror writing in a four-year-old indicate dyslexia or another type of learning/language... |  | 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... |
| How to Begin Homeschooling a Teen
Teens represent the fastest growing segment of the homeschool population. The good news is,... | |
The Difference Between LD and Mental Retardation
Learning disability and mental retardation are two distinctly separate conditions, and the... | | Should I Homeschool My Child with ADHD and ODD?
The deciding factor in homeschooling success is not a college degree or specialized training.... |
Is Dyslexia Hereditary?
Find out whether individuals can inherit the condition of dyslexia from a parent. | | When a Learning Disorder Is Misdiagnosed
Millions of children in the U.S. -- mostly boys -- are being labeled and misdiagnosed with... |
Is Fast ForWord Program Worth the Expense?
Get an expert opinion about the Fast ForWord program and learn about other, less expensive... | | Dyslexia and Math
There are many resources available to help teachers bypass the difficulties that children with... |
Correlation Between ADHD and Gifted Children?
Some of the traits noted in children with ADHD are also seen in children who are gifted or... | | Speech Therapy for First Grader?
Children should have speech that is quite clear by the time they are in first grade. Learn what... |
ADD and Lying
It's not the lying that's the problem with most kids with ADHD. They need to learn specific... | | ADHD and Handwriting Problems
Many children with ADHD have handwriting difficulties. Medication help some children; others... |
Letter Reversals: A Sign of Dyslexia or Normal?
When children first learn to read and write, they often reverse letters. Find out when to get... | | Failing First Grade
A comprehensive evaluation is sometimes called for to address not only a child's learning... |
Determining Ritalin Dosage
The appropriate dosage of Ritalin for children is a very confusing issue. | | |
Problems with Reading Comprehension/Retention
Problems with reading comprehension/retention could be indicative of a learning disability or... | | ADHD, Organization, and Study Skills
Find suggestions and resources to help a child with ADHD get back on track in school. |
Reading Difficulties and Retention
Our expert questions a school counselor's recommendation of retention for a fourth-grader. | | Confused by IEP, IDEA, and 504
IDEA and Section 504 have a similar purpose -- to protect disabled persons from discrimination... |
Centers that Test for Dyslexia
Your child does not have to be attending a public school in order to receive a full evaluation... | | Learning Disability or Behavior Problem?
Since the range of what's "normal" in children in kindergarten is quite wide, concerned parents... |
Possible Signs of Dyslexia
Children who have difficulty learning their letters despite repeated exposure to them may in... | | Parent Concerned About Inclusion Class
Exemplary inclusive programs do not adopt a "one size fits all" approach, but provide a... |
45 Years Old and Can't Spell
Learn where you can go to find out about organizations that focus on adult literacy. | | Daughter with Low IQ Needs Help
What sort of interventions are recommended for a child with low IQ?... |
Retention for First Grader with LD?
Retention is always a last resort, especially for students with learning disabilities. | | Letter Recognition Problems and LD
A large difference between IQ and achievement does not necessarily indicate learning... |
Two-Year-Old with ADHD?
A two-year-old can have ADHD, however, there is a wide range of developmentally appropriate... | | |
Child with ADHD Shows No Remorse
Children with ADHD require an environment that demands accountability from everyone,... | | Nine-Year-Old Has Trouble with Spelling
Many kids can learn their spelling words before a test and then seem to "lose" the words at the... |
After-School Programs and Child Care for Kids with ADHD and LD
Find out where you can get information on after-school programs or childcare providers that... | | Homeschooling a Child with ADD
Advice from a homeschooling expert on getting a homeschooled child with ADD to stay focused. |
Special Cushion for ADHD Behavior
Learn about a special kind of cushion that is helpful for active kids with ADHD. | | |
ADHD and Written Expression Disorder
Many children with ADHD also have problems with writing, but there are no quick solutions to... | | Why Is Ritalin Called a Stimulant?
"Stimulants" are so-called because they stimulate certain parts of the brain that are not... |
Dyslexia and the Law
If your child is diagnosed with dyslexia but gets no help from the school, where can you go for... | | Bed Wetting and Ritalin
Find out about Ritalin (methylphenidate), ADHD, and nocturnal enuresis (bedwetting). |
Memory Problems in Five-Year-Old
Read what you can do to address memory problems in a five-year-old. | | Mom Questions ADD Medication
A combination of medical, behavioral, and educational therapies usually results in the best... |
Once-a-Day ADHD Medication
A mother asks whether there is an ADHD medication that only has to be administered once a day. | | ADD and Higher Education
College may not be the best choice for someone with ADD who struggles in school. Before... |
Dilated Pupils and Ritalin
Find out about one of the side effects of Ritalin: dilation of the pupils. | | Dyslexia and Retention
A child who is happy, well adjusted, and performing on grade level, even if that is below the... |
ADD, Low IQ, and Reading
A mother seeks help for her son with ADD, a low IQ, and reading difficulty. | | ADHD Medication for Preschoolers?
Most experts agree that medication should not be the first choice of ADHD therapy for... |
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