Although Sensory Processing Disorder can definitely be a debilitating condition, it is not necessarily a formal disability. Currently, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) does not cover Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD). However, for some people, SPD creates learning issues, which makes them eligible for special services under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). For example, […]
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This Is What You Need To Know About Slow Processing Speed
Slow processing speed issues may cause your child to struggle in school and other areas. Find out how to help. If your child has attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), you might have noticed that they take somewhat longer to complete certain tasks than other children. They also might have trouble following directions or they do […]
13 Back To School Tips For Families With Learning Differences
As we all know, making the transition back from a likely carefree summer to the more structured school year can be rough for many children. But, back to school season can be a particularly difficult transition for kids with learning differences. Many times, these are children who already have challenges surrounding transitions. But the fact […]