Learning Challenges Revealed

Despite what many might think, children and adults all across the globe suffer from learning disabilities or issues. The term “Learning Disability” refers to difficulties in the way information is processed in the brain. The term “Learning Issues” refers to issues that occur as a result of difficulties in motor function, hearing or visual impairment, or attention and memory issues. With all of the possible obstacles out there, it is likely that at some point in your life you will raise, work with, become friends with, or work for someone with one of these conditions. Raising awareness about the issues and knowing where to find help can be difficult to navigate. This is especially true for many of these issues, as they often go undiagnosed until children reach school-age. This post is dedicated to providing some information about learning concerns and where to find help and further information. The more you know…

A great resource to start with is the Learning Disabilities of America website, which explains the differences between Learning Disabilities and Learning Problems. It’s a great place to check out concerns and to understand what types of issues your child may be having. If your child has already been diagnosed, it’s a great way to get familiar with some of the terms you may suddenly begin to hear. You can find the Types of Learning Disabilities information here.

Looking for some resources in the form of expert blog posts? Look no further than Understood.org. This is an incredibly helpful non-profit page that asks you a few simple questions about your concerns, and provides you with tons of resources targeted to your needs. There are expert blog posts, webinars, and even pre-written forms to advocate for your child in the school system. Of course, it also has links to recommended reading, should you wish to purchase a book by one of their fabulous contributors.

Local Resources:

Connecticut Birth to Three provides families with necessary information about developmental concerns from birth to three years of age.

The Waverly Group in Greenwich does pediatric assessment and therapy. They have a Clinical Psychologist, a Behavioral Analyst and Occupational Therapist on staff.

Stamford Family Chiropractic Care helps families work through neck, spine, and head issues that can occur even at birth. They have a dedicated page just for pediatric chiropractic care.

Connec-To-Talk in Wilton helps families with Speech, Occupational, and Behavioral Therapy. Their office has gotten rave reviews from moms in the area.

Lindamood-Bell in Darien targets learning concerns in school-age children with locations across the country.

OT-Kids is a home-based physical therapy service run by a local mom.

Children’s Therapy Services is a birth-three resource based out of Danbury that got such great reviews from our mommies.

Harbor Light Therapy and Social Center has a group of experts and local moms who joined forced for this Fairfield-based business.

Whether your child is in birth-3 or in school, there are lots of local resources available to you in the form of therapists and experts in the field. Many of these come highly recommended. Don’t wait for intervention! Though a disability is lifelong, the struggle doesn’t have to be. Get your child the necessary interventions as soon as possible.