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Story at-a-glance Hearing vs. processing are different – Children with Auditory Processing Disorder (APD) have normal hearing but struggle with how their brain interprets and makes sense of sounds, especially speech. Signs often look like other issues – APD symptoms can mimic ADHD, learning disabilities, or behavioral problems, making it frequently misunderstood and overlooked by parents and …

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Story At-a-Glance Sensory processing affects how the brain interprets everyday experiences – Children with sensory processing issues may be over-responsive, under-responsive, or seeking more sensory input than typical, making ordinary situations feel overwhelming or insufficient. It's not about being "picky" or "difficult" – When your child melts down over clothing tags, avoids certain …

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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 Comorbidity is the rule, not the exception – Most children with learning disabilities have more than one condition, with studies showing 40-60% of children with one learning difference also having another, creating complex learning profiles. Shared underlying brain systems create overlap – Many learning disabilities affect similar neural pathways and brain regions, particularly …

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