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Learning - We're Here to Help
If you are on this page, I assume
that:
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you have gone through Step Two - Learning
and you have challenges in this area of your life, but you did
not fit into either of the two classic patterns (i.e., VSLD
or LLD). If so, see FAQ1 |
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OR |
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you may have fit the classic patterns and
know what to do to help yourself achieve to your potential,
but you simply want to learn more. See FAQ 2,
3, 4 and 5
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This page is organized by the following
FAQ. The questions are listed first and then
the questions with their answers follow.
Lastly, there is a Self-Evaluation
at the end of the Learning process. I encourage you to do it, to
see if you have benefited from the information provided.
Q1: I have learning challenges, but I don't fit into either of the
classic patterns of VSLD or LLD. What do I do now?
A: If
you think that you have learning challenges that were not identified
on the Learning page, there are a few options. Have a look at
the questions below and see which is true for you. If you fit
into more than one of the categories, you may need some individual
professional help in sorting it all out (Let's
Chat!).
Here are a few other questions that may help
to clarify the situation:
Are you much better in one area of functioning
than another? Yes or No?
 If
NO, it may be that you have challenges in all areas of learning.
There can be many reasons for this (see FAQ
#4 on the Learning Page). If this has all been ruled out
by your family doctor, it may be that you have a General Learning
Disability or Developmental Delay. In this case, it will be
important for you to be placed in the most appropriate educational
setting. If you are an adult, career counselling may help you
find the best place for you to use your unique set of skills.
Go now to the Step Three
- Personality Page.
 If
YES, check out the Chart
on Learning Discrepancies: Common Areas, Strategies and Interventions.
If there are one or more areas that apply, choose one area to
address first and see how things go.
If one of your areas of concern is reading, or if you read well
but get tired after 15 minutes or lose your place when you read,
see the Chart on Common
Causes of Reading Problems, Symptoms and Remedial Strategies.
To find out more about Scotopic Sensitivity
Syndrome (SSS) - one possible cause of reading difficulties (and
the second cause in the Chart on difficulties in the Decoding
of words… see See
it Right! or The
Irlen Institute.
If you would like to know how to test yourself with overlays
(see FAQ on Coloured
Overlays).
Q2: I have one of the classic patterns of VSLD or LLD and I would
like to learn more about these. Where can I find more information?
A: This
material is written up in detail in The A.D.D. Guidebook (see
Resources)
Q3: Where can I learn more about learning challenges?
A: If
you want to learn more details about the learning challenges,
discrepancies or disabilities, see the web site Schwab
Learning or All
Kinds of Minds.
Q4: Where can I get support for dealing with these challenges in
day-to-day life?
A:
If you would like to find out if there are LD support groups close
to where you live, search the Internet.
Q5: Where can I get more in-depth help understanding my learning
challenges and what to do about them?
A: You
may you may wish to seek direct professional assistance from a
psychologist who specializes in the assessment and treatment of
learning disabilities. Check with your local Psychologists Association
or Learning Disability Association to obtain the names of professional
psychologist who are experts in this area. You can also call me.
(Let's
Chat!)
   
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