Unfortunately, the demands of my work have prevented me from writing as regularly as I had hoped. I recently learned that a blog is typically updated daily, so these monthly to every-other-month posts certainly do not qualify as blogs. I hope my readers will forgive my less-than-timely posts and will stick with me to learn more about learning disabilities in adults.
After my September post on dyslexia, one reader challenged my emphasis on phonological awareness as a building block for...
August 1 has always been the date that I begin to prepare for the upcoming school year with my children. I begin reviewing with them math... Read more »
Dyslexia is probably the most misunderstood learning disability. When I ask people what they think dyslexia is, they typically respond,... Read more »
For children with ADHD, just the thought of taking a test can create fear and worry. Although ADHD is not a learning disability, students... Read more »
When you are faced with the possibility of your child having ADHD, you may not know where to turn or what to do. The following action... Read more »
If you have ever set foot inside of a school then undoubtedly you have heard the phrase, "Good job!" spoken in excitedly rising tones to... Read more »
Make sure you maintain eye contact when speaking with your child. Children will be less distracted if they are making eye contact while you are... Read more »
For high school students with ADD/ADHD, tests can be a source of great frustration. Studying the night before certainly doesn’t guarantee that you... Read more »
Medication is an effective treatment for the symptoms of ADHD. Commonly prescribed medications include: Ritalin, Concerta, Adderall, Dexedrine and... Read more »
When you think your child may have strep throat or the flu, you take them to the doctor. After completing some laboratory tests, the doctor will... Read more »
The holiday season can be filled with parties and celebrations. Everywhere we turn, we are inundated with messages that this is the season of joy. ... Read more »
I forget things, even important things. Just because I forget does not mean that it doesn't matter. I am not trying to be a smart-alec or arrogant when I say "I forgot." I really do forget. I am not stupid. I may sometimes lose my place...
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