dealing with learning disability related childhood stress
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Dealing with learning disability related childhood stress by Akanksha ThakkarTRANSCRIPT
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Akanksha ThakkarSeth G. S. Medical College
Dealing With Learning Disability Related Stress
Neurodevelopmental Disorders
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Learning Disabilities
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Some Associated Problems
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Repeated school failuresMaladjustment with peersParental stressLow self esteemAggression or withdrawalAnxietyDepression
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Can this be dealt with?
Informed and co-operative: Parents and teachers
The Clinical Features
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Difficulty following simple instructions
Trouble reading, writing, doing simple calculations; repeated failures
Reverses numbers/letters; slow untidy writing
Difficulty in telling right from leftCo-ordination problems
The Solution
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Early recognition
Remedial therapy
Counseling and Psychological well being
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Who do I approach?Approach the
schoolVisit one of the
three LD clinics in Mumbai
What are the benefits?
Special provisionsStress reliefNormal life
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Obstacle, Not A Problem!
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Thank you