You might have heard people mention ADD and ADHD in normal conversation. ADD and ADHD are in common use in the population but do people really know what they mean? Do you know the difference between ADD and ADHD?
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a condition where the person may be hyperactive, impulsive, and lack the ability to control their immediate impulses. Children with ADHD usually display signs very early on in their childhood, with symptoms that range from: Read more
There are many benefits of speech therapy for children with communications difficulties or swallowing disorders. Speech therapy helps to exercise the muscles involved with speech in order to strengthen the child’s ability to speak coherently. It helps the child properly express themselves, their feelings, and ideas. Read more
Parenting a child with special needs is challenging. It requires extra effort in time, awareness, and education. These considerations will be quite different from one child to the next because ‘special needs’ is used as an umbrella term to encompass anything from light learning disabilities to more severe behaviour issues. Proper diagnoses ensure parents will be focussing on the right methods and activities for their child. Read more
One of the most challenging situations to deal with as an educator or parent of special needs children is classroom disruption. Disruptions impede the learning process and create additional stress for the child and other students. Read more
If you are unsure about how your child’s speech and language is developing because they may appear to be unresponsive to vocal cues, or seem to be taking longer than their peers to speak in full sentences, the natural reaction may be to think the child might have speech and language delay. This may not always be the case. Read more
Inclusive education allows age appropriate exceptional students to attend regular schools with their peers instead of special education schools. It has been around for decades and implemented across many different countries to some success. There are several benefits to an inclusive education for the exceptional child. Read more
Getting a child to open up can sometimes be difficult. Pressing the child with questions is counterproductive as it triggers their self defense mechanism. When the child does not open up, they are more difficult to teach and learning opportunities diminish. Read more
As noted by the British Institute of Learning Disabilities,
Research and practice have proven that Early Intervention produces immediate and long-term benefits for children with disabilities, their family and society.
Proper life skills instructions are immeasurably important for students with disabilities. The knowledge and skill interactions believed to be essential for adult independent living should be met at an early age for Special Needs students. These students require the proper education and support to learn these necessary behaviours. Read more
Dyspraxia is a neurological condition that affects a child’s physical coordination and movement. It’s also known as Developmental Coordination Disorder. Here are 5 signs of Dyspraxia: Read more
