Now that we are aware of the types and causes of specific learning disability, and that we have identified that there is a learning disability what is most important is acceptance. It is important to remember that it is not a disease hence there is no medication. The only thing that helps is remedial education. Counselling of the person concerned as well as the rest of the family facilitates acceptance of the condition.
One must also not simply label the child if one just thinks that symptoms are similar.
A series of tests like Audiometric test, Vision test, Psychological assessment, Occupational therapy and Psychoeducational assessment are required to ascertain specific learning disabilities.
Various Education Boards will grant concessions on having a valid medical certificate issued by a neurologist and countersigned by the district civil surgeon.
LEARNING DISABILITY CLINIC,K,
E. M. HOSPITAL,
PAREL, MUMBAI 400 012
OR
LEARNING DISABILITY CLINIC
LTMG HOSPITAL,
SION, MUMBAI 400 022
OR
LIFE CENTRE FOR LEARNING DISABILITY
B. Y. L. NAIR HOSPITAL
MUMBAI CENTRAL,
MUMBAI 400 019.
OR
The ICSE Board accepts detailed report from a RCI Registered counselor.
Remember, that the person is not stupid, nor does he play up on purpose. He has a genuine disorder, and his symptoms are the result of the disorder.
There is no drug or medicine to cure this problem. Remedial Education is the best treatment for the child to cope with his disability. Remedial Education needs to go hand in hand with the school curriculum.
It should be started as early as possible.
An individualized educational program should be planned by a remedial teacher/ special educator focusing on the child’s strengths.
The educational program should include:
One must also remember that a person really can do anything he so desires. A number of these have been extremely successful professionals who have achieved success impressively.
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