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Story at-a-glance Early identification makes a crucial difference – Spotting potential learning disabilities in preschoolers allows for early intervention that can dramatically improve outcomes and prevent secondary emotional and behavioral issues. Signs often look like normal developmental variation – Many early indicators of learning disabilities can be mistaken for typical preschooler …
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Story at-a-glance Learning disabilities affect girls just as much as boys – Despite common perception, research shows similar prevalence rates between genders, but girls are significantly under-identified and under-served in most educational settings. Girls often "fly under the radar" – While boys typically display disruptive behaviors that get attention, girls are more likely to internalize …
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Story at-a-glance Development varies dramatically among children – Some children naturally develop academic skills later than peers while still being completely typical learners, making it challenging to distinguish late bloomers from those with learning disabilities. Timing isn't everything – patterns matter more – The key difference often lies not in when skills emerge, but in how consistently …
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Story at-a-glance Every child has unique strengths and talents – While learning disabilities create genuine challenges, they often come packaged with remarkable abilities in areas like creativity, spatial reasoning, empathy, or innovative problem-solving. Deficit-focused thinking limits potential – Traditional education often emphasizes fixing weaknesses rather than building on strengths, but …
[Read more...] about Strength-Based Learning: Finding Your Child’s Superpowers
Story at-a-glance Learning differences profoundly affect emotional well-being – Children with learning disabilities often develop secondary emotional challenges including anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem from repeated academic struggles and social comparisons. Self-esteem shapes future success more than IQ – A child's belief in their own abilities and worth often determines their …
[Read more...] about The Emotional Impact: Supporting Your Child’s Self-Esteem
