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You should educate yourself about ADD so that you have a strong understanding of the disorder. Your GP/paediatrician/psychiatrist will be able to support this learning. The decision to tell others is a difficult one. People…
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As we don't know exactly what causes learning difficulties, it is difficult to know how to ‘prevent’ difficulties. What we do know is that providing your child with a rich learning environment, with lots of…
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Information is power! Read about different learning disabilities and assessment methods so that you understand the process used to diagnose your son. Ask questions and be an active participant in the process. Check what assessments…
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Some of the following organisations may be able to assist:
http://www.ldaustralia.org/
http://www.speld.org.au/
Your state's Department for disability services may also be able to direct you to support agencies.
It may be worthwhile seeing your GP and/or paediatrician for a developmental assessment, They will be able to guide you as to what timeframes your child should have acquired certain skills, and can recommend further…
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