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Unlocking Dyslexia: Types, Signs, and Effective Interventions for Kids

What is dyslexia? Dyslexia is a learning disorder that affects reading, writing, and spelling in children. Dyslexia isdriven by deficits and difficulties in phonemic awareness ( the ability to understand sounds thatmake up a language and the ability to manipulate those sounds.), which lead to difficulties inconnecting speech to print. Dyslexia is not a learning […]

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Parenting Neurodivergent Children: Hope in the Realm of Autism Parenting.

As families navigate the complexities of autism, our journey is sustained by a trio: education, support, and hope. The unpredictability inherent in our circumstances often leaves us feeling overwhelmed, grappling with a future that diverges from our initial expectations. Consequently, parents caring for children with autism or other complex medical needs frequently experience persistent sorrow […]

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THE GENIUS OF AUTISM: Strengths and Abilities of the Autism Spectrum.

Autism spectrum Disorder is a condition that affects social interaction, behaviour, interest andcommunication of an individual or child. Autism Spectrum Disorder has long been painted witha narrow brush, focusing on its challenges rather than its inherent strengths. Contrary to popularbelief, individuals on the spectrum possess remarkable talents and intelligence that often gounrecognised. Today, we delve […]

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Demystifying ADHD: A Detailed How-To Guide

Introduction:Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a prevalent neurodevelopmental disorder affecting individuals from childhood into adulthood. Understanding ADHD is essential for managing its impact on academic, professional, and social lives. This comprehensive guide explores ADHD symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment strategies, and practical coping mechanisms. Symptoms and Diagnosis:Diagnosing ADHD involves a meticulous process, which includes: Initial Evaluation:A medical […]

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What is Dyslexia?

Overview Dyslexia is a learning disorder that involves difficulty reading due to problems identifying speech sounds and learning how they relate to letters and words (decoding). Also called a reading disability, dyslexia is a result of individual differences in areas of the brain that process language. Dyslexia is not due to problems with intelligence, hearing […]

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What is ADHD?

ADHD is one of the most common neurodevelopmental disorders of childhood. It is usually first diagnosed in childhood and often lasts into adulthood. Children with ADHD may have trouble paying attention, controlling impulsive behaviors (may act without thinking about what the result will be), or be overly active. Signs and Symptoms It is normal for […]

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What is Autism?

Key Facts * Autism – also referred to as autism spectrum disorder ̶ constitutes a diverse group of conditions related to development of the brain. * About 1 in 100 children has autism. * Characteristics may be detected in early childhood, but autism is often not diagnosed until much later. * The abilities and needs of autistic people vary […]

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