Disorder of Written Expression and Dysgraphia: Definition, Diagnosis, and Management

Posted on December 8, 2022 by specialneedsresourcetrainingblog

Introduction

This study reviews the disorder of written expression and dysgraphia by examining the defintion, diagnosis and management of the disorder.

Findings

Though common in children, dysgraphia and disorders of written expression are often overlooked by the school and family as a character flaw rather than a genuine disorder.
Research is needed in the field to clarify the definition and etiology of the disorder.
regardless of the presenting symptoms, early intervention has been linked to improved results.
Because of the typical delay in the diagnosis of dysgraphia, the primary care provider can play an important role in recognizing the condition and initiating the proper work-up and intervention.
Screening for co-morbid medical, neurodevelopmental. psychiatric and learning disorders is also important function of the provider.

Reference

Chung, P.J.; Patel, D.R.; Nizami, I. Disorder of Written Expression and Dysgraphia: Definition, Diagnosis, and Management. Translational Pediatrics. 2020 9(Suppl 1): S46-S54.doi: 10.21037/tp2019.11.01

What to Know About Dyslexia and ADHD

Posted on October 31, 2022 by specialneedsresourcetrainingblog

Published by: Psych Central
Written by: Gia Miller

They have some shared symptoms, but dyslexia and ADHD are separate conditions. Here’s how to to tell them apart and tips for managing these conditions.

Dyslexia and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) are two neurological conditions that can make learning more difficult.

The former affects 11%, and the latter affects between 5 to 20%, but it’s difficult to estimate precisely.

Sometimes, the symptoms of ADHD and dyslexia can be hard to tell apart — as both can cause trouble with reading and writing. But even though the symptoms can appear similar, the underlying reasons for the symptoms are very different.

What is dyslexia?

Dyslexia is a condition that impacts your ability to use language. You may have trouble matching letters to sounds or recognizing the sounds in words. This can make it hard to read and understand what you’re reading.

Dyslexia can also make spelling, writing, or math more difficult. Click here to read the story

5 common learning disabilities

Posted on October 10, 2022 by specialneedsresourcetrainingblog

Published by: Washington Times Herald
Written by: Metro Creative Connection

Students are often told that hard work is the path to success. Individuals who have learning disabilities may have to work even harder than their peers to be successful.

The Learning Disabilities Association of America says learning disabilities occur due to neurobiological and/or genetic factors that alter the way the brain functions. This can affect one or more cognitive processes related to learning and interfere with various skills, potentially preventing a person from acquiring the same amount of knowledge as others of the same age.

There are many learning disabilities, and the following are five of the most common, according to LD Resources Foundation, Inc., a nonprofit organization that helps find solutions to those who are affected by learning disabilities.

1. Dyslexia: This learning disability can impede a person’s ability to read and comprehend text. Students may have trouble with phonemic awareness, or the way to break down words. Similar problems with phonological processing, or distinguishing between similar word sounds, can occur as well.

2. ADHD: Attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder is marked by behaviors that make it difficult to pay attention and stay on task. The Masters in Special Education, a resource for finding work and study in special education concentrations, says there is debate over whether ADHD is a learning disability. But there is no denying that ADHD can impede success in school settings.

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Dyslexia-friendly books with cream pages and clearer text released for adults with reading problems

Posted on August 5, 2022 by specialneedsresourcetrainingblog

Published by inews
Written by: Katie Grant

Alistair Sims, who runs the Books on the Hill store in Somerset, has published the Both Press series of books adapted to help dyslexic adults enjoy reading.

Alistair Sims loves running a bookshop but never intended to set up a publishing company. After years of waiting for existing publishers to bring out titles aimed at adults who like himself have dyslexia, however, he decided to blaze a trail.

In his independent store, Books on the Hill in Clevedon, North Somerset, Mr Sims has always stocked a range of books by Barrington Stoke, a Scottish publisher which specialises in titles for children and teenagers who are dyslexic, or lack confidence in reading.

But with around 6.3 million dyslexic people in the UK – about 10 per cent of the population – it never sat right with Mr Sims that dyslexic adults were so poorly catered for. Click here to read the rest of the story.