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October is Learning Disabilities Awareness Month

October 1st, 2024  | Learning and Attention  | News

 

Learning & Attention challenges are prevalent in our community. While early identification is possible between the ages of 3-5, most children are not identified until ages 5-8 because of how the brain develops, and when higher order thinking and learning begins to happen.

The incidence is estimated roughly 40% of those who do not develop cerebral palsy, and may be classified as having “mild HIE” from birth, or having a “mild outcome”.

Many families find this difficult when development goes “well” and they may be signed off from developmental follow up from their child’s HIE, and feel many emotions finding their child struggling in school.

As with all differences, early identification is key, and there are many strategies, tools and accommodations that can be taught and implemented, and there is a range of how a learning difference can affect someone.

People with learning and attention issues using accommodations, tools and strategies help them thrive in their lives.

Services and supports in schools and the local community, and special education protections and disability laws differ depending on where you live in the world, or even where you live in a specific country.

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