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All About Learning Disabilities and ADHD

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Working with Families

A New Resolve This Year: Help Your Child Do Well In School

How can parents help their child do well in school? Learn more in this article about how to get involved, how to support your child if problems arise, and how ensure that your child is having positive experiences at school.

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Adults with LD

Coming Clean

Today, I told my boss that I am dyslexic. It was the first time in my entire life that I’ve come clean right up front. No waiting until I get in trouble and then bringing up my dyslexia.

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Reading & Dyslexia

Independent Reading

Suggestions for fostering independent reading include: (a) Give children books that are not too difficult. (b) Help them find books they will enjoy. (c) Encourage them to try many kinds of material.

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Early Identification

Why Some Children Have Difficulties Learning to Read

Children may struggle with reading for a variety of reasons. This article provides an overview of these reasons, including limited experience with books, speech and hearing problems, and low phonemic awareness.

Contributions From You

ADHD — One Mother’s Perspective

Kathleen Turner

I think Devon has Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder,” the kindergarten teacher whispered in my ear. I paused with no reaction. It sounded like my son had just been diagnosed with some terrible, incurable disease…

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