What is Dyscaculia? It's not unusual for a child to have a tough time with math homework every so often. However, if they have problems with numbers or low math test scores, yet excel in other subjects, they could have a math learning disability called dyscalculia. It's a neurological condition that makes...
Category: Developmental Disorders
Sensory Disabilities – Types, Effects, and Treatment
1 in every 6 children suffers from a sensory disability that gets in the way of their learning ability and day-to-day functioning.
Impact of COVID-19 on People with Disabilities
The pandemic was a tough on everyone in terms of mental health, physical health and financial stability, particularly for individuals with disabilities.
Can Verbal Abuse Cause PTSD?
An emotionally abused individual might feel it is “his/her fault” for being verbally assaulted by the perpetrators. However, it is important to note that it is never the victim’s fault for the way they’ve been treated.
Closing the Gaps Between the Transition of Pediatric to Adult Health Care
While the adjustments made towards incorporating health education directed at adolescence has been an ongoing process in schools, there are still gaps in the transition from pediatric care to adult care. In a CDC study made during the timeframe of 2016–2017, it has been made apparent that most adolescents with...
Successful People With Disabilities
“Disability is natural. We must stop believing that disabilities keep a person from doing something. Because that’s not true. Having a disability doesn’t stop me from doing anything.” ― Benjamin Snow, Grade 8, in his essay “Attitudes About People with Disabilities”
What is ADHD?
6.1 million children in the United States, between the ages of 2 and 17, have been diagnosed with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, according to a 2016 study, conducted by Central for Disease Control and Prevention (1); the majority of these children, about 3.3 million, were found to be between the...
Nutrition’s Role in ADHD: A Balanced Brain
What exactly is attention deficit disorder and how can children or adults with this condition incorporate techniques into their daily routine to alleviate stress and stay more organized? ADHD is a neurological disorder that impacts the parts of the brain that help with planning, focusing, and executing tasks. A developmental...
Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD) a.k.a. Motor Planning Disorder or Dyspraxia
Have you ever wonder why your child has so much trouble doing something that seems so simple, or simply looks awkward doing it? It wasn’t until I learned about Motor Planning that things started to make sense.Your typical daily activities that you go about your day without any thought to...