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| LEARING DISABILITY CENTER |
| What is a learning disability ? |
| A learning disability (LD) is a neurological disorder that affects the brain's ability to receive process, store and respond to information. This term is used to describe the seeming unexplained difficulty a person of at least average intelligence has in acquiring basic academic skills. These skills are essential for success at school, at work and for coping with life in general. LD is not a single disorder. It is a term that refers to a group of disorders. |
| How common are these learning disabilities ? |
| Currently, almost 2.9 million school-aged children in India are classified as having specific learning disabilities (SLD) and need some kind of special education support. They are approximately 5% of all school-aged children in public schools. These numbers do not include children in private and religious schools etc. |
| How many children with L D are having access to special education schools ? |
| Very negligible. |
| How do you diagnose whether a person has learning disability ? |
Learning disabilities can affect a person's ability in the areas of:
Listening , Speaking , Mathematics , Reading , Writing |
| Other features of a learning disability are: |
A distinct gap between the level of achievement that is expected and what is actually being achieved.
Difficulties that can become apparent in different ways with different people.
Difficulties that manifest themselves differently throughout development.
Difficulties with socio-emotional skills and behavior.
A learning disability is not a disease, so there is no cure, but there are ways to overcome the challenges it poses through identification and appropriate educational intervention and training for adult life. |
| How do I admit my child at CLD ? |
| Generally, a child is referred by local primary schools, old beneficiaries, pediatricians or state departments of social services, departments of mental health or education agencies. |
| ADMISSION PROCEDURE: |
| First the child undergoes total evaluation at OPD section then the current level of the child is explained and counseled for admission by the team of professionals. A summary report is prepared and put forward to DEVELOPMENT DISABILITY SPECIALIST who in turn decides admission or OPD Management and support by medical treatment. |
| How long my child has to be in the LD centre ? |
| It depends on the gravity of the problems. He may be kept in our centre part time after the school, parents are trained in HBM ( Home Based Management) for a week or more depending on their convenience or some children may need admission for a year are two. |
| What causes learning disabilities ? |
Exact causes of learning disabilities are not known:
LD may be caused by
Problems during pregnancy and birth , Illness or injury during or before birth , Drug and alcohol use during pregnancy, Low birth weight , Lack of oxygen and , Premature or prolonged labour .
Head injuries, nutritional deprivation and exposure to toxic substances (i.e. lead) can contribute to LD. Learning disabilities are NOT caused by
Economic disadvantage ,
Environmental factors or cultural differences. |
| How early Diagnosis of Learning Disability Helps ? |
Early identification is vital in helping a child to succeed academically, as well as socially. If you think your child is displaying signs of a learning disability, share them with classroom teachers and others who come in contact with your child. Observe the way your child develops the language, motor coordination and social skills and behaviors important for success in school. And remember-early is better-even preschoolers can show signs of risk for LD.
Don't panic. Not all children who are slow to develop skills have LD. If your child does have a learning disability, early intervention with specialized teaching strategies can help to overcome difficulties. As a parent, it is important to learn as much as you can and to help your child understand that he or she is not alone: other children struggle too, and adults are there to help. |
| How can you help an adult with Learning Disability ? |
| It is never too late to get help for a learning disability. Finding out about a learning disability can be a great relief to adults who could not explain the reason for their struggles in the past. Testing specialists are available for people of all ages, and assistance is available for every stage of life. Taking the initiative to seek out support and services that can provide help is the first step to overcoming a learning disability.
Many adults (some of whom are unaware of their LD) have developed ways to cope with their difficulties and are able to lead successful, functioning lives. LD shouldn't hinder a person from attaining goals. Regardless of the situation, understanding the specific challenges and learning strategies to deal with LD directly at every stage can alleviate a lot of frustration and make successful living much easier. |
| Why is Diagnostic Test Necessary ? |
| These tests are needed because; obtaining accurate diagnostics is the first step in overcoming the effects of a learning disability. It requires different learning strategies. |
| What are the remedies ? |
Medical support by Developmental Disability Specialist / Rehab. Medical Specialist and Remedial education
Phonetic method of learning ,
Language ,
Sand Therapy ,
Relaxation Therapy ,
Sensory Stimulation ,
Parental Counseling |
| What is the fee structure ? |
Fee structure is very flexible and depends on the socio economic level (SEL) of the beneficiaries. It comes in following categories:
i. Nominal Charges
ii. Cost to Cost
iii. Cost Plus
Nobody is deprived of our services. Our aim is to reach the unreached, to care the uncared for. |
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