Another item to examine with the child is whether or not they struggle with reading comprehension or getting their thoughts down on the page. If this is the case, then the child may also have a learning challenge. About 50% of children that have ADHD also struggle with learning. This may become more apparent by the third grade.
LD and ADHD? Recognize the Symptoms #adhd
Submitted by Judy Hanning on Tue, 2017-11-28 02:00
Do you know a child that has ADHD? Does it seem that no matter what, their symptoms just are not getting any better and that is even under having medication? Chances are that medication may need to be adjusted or perhaps the medication just is not working for the child the way that it should. In that case, contact the doctor and have a medication adjustment.
Learning and reading challenges go hand in hand.
Key Takeaways:
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A reader’s child has ADHD and struggles in the classroom despite her medication, leading to teachers nagging her and destroying her self-esteem.
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The author suggests altering the child’s medication by changing either the dosage or the type of medication.
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In addition, the author suggests evaluating the child for a learning difference, as about 50% of children with ADHD also have a learning difference of some form.
Read the full article here:
https://www.additudemag.com/ld-and-adhd-recognize-the-symptoms/
https://www.additudemag.com/ld-and-adhd-recognize-the-symptoms/