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Learning Disabled ChildHaving a learning disabled child is likely, especially if you adopt more than one child internationally or even domestically. But these children can be just as intelligent and delightful as any other child, although they will have their own unique challenges.
Encourage your children to pursue activities they can do well.
What are Learning Disabilities?According to Lois Ruskai Melina, author of Raising Adopted Children, Revised Edition: Practical Reassuring Advice for Every Adoptive Parent , learning disabilities have to do with a child's inability to perceive, understand and express language concepts.
While dyslexia is included in learning disabilities, these disabilities aren't the result of physical handicaps such as vision or hearing problems.
Being a learning disabled child also has nothing to do with mental retardation. Actually these children typically are of average or above average intelligence. Instead, it has to do with the child's ability to perceive and understand words and language. The Adopted Learning Disabled ChildChildren who have been placed for adoption typically are at a greater risk for behavior problems such as hyperactivity, impulsivity, and inattentiveness, three attributes often linked with learning disabilities. Although the specific reason why is not known, what scientists have discovered is that a lack of prenatal care is one of the factors tied to this disorder.It makes sense. Anything that could hinder the development of a child's brain is likely to cause problems later, including emotional and behavioral problems as well as learning disabilities. Poverty and Learning DisabilitiesWomen who are likely to give their children up for adoption - especially those women living in third world countries are mostly living in situations of extreme poverty. They also tend to be very young and are not likely to get any sort of prenatal care.Signs of a Learning Disabled ChildAccording to Melina, the signs of a learning disabled child could include significant delays in language development, as well as a child having difficulty expressing herself and remembering the names of familiar objects or people. Such children may have coordination problems, an inability to follow directions, a lack of organization, a failure to use common sense, extreme restlessness or moodiness, a dislike of school and poor memory.If You Have Adopted an Older ChildIf you have recently completed an older child adoption, give your child time to adjust to you and her new home before judging her to be a learning disabled child. It's just as likely that she could be grieving her home country and trying to find her way in this new one.If Your Child is a Learning Disabled ChildDon't focus solely on your child's learning disability. Instead, encourage your child in areas outside of academics. Relax. Your child may not be a Rhodes Scholar, but he'll be just fine. Remember that your child doesn't have to pursue your dreams of an ivy league education to be happy.A helpful resource is LD Online, the world's leading website on learning disabilities and ADHD. More Information on Raising Adopted ChildrenAre you single and thinking about adopting? It can be tough to be a kid raised by a single parent, but there are also advantages to being a single parent.Adopted children who are now grown can tell us a lot about how to raise an adopted child. Here are some tips. The first time you hold that precious child in your arms, you may be tempted to protect her from every conceivable harm. But that may not be the best thing for her. Here are some reasons to avoid helicopter parenting. Although it is rare, there are failed international adoptions. Learn the warning signs before it is too late by reading this article. When celebrities like Madonna are raising adopted children, it has an impact on international adoption for both good and ill. Learn how. Learning about adoption does not have to be a major or traumatic issue for your child. Learn some useful tips on telling her about her adoption here. Good parenting skills are something most adoptive parents are thinking about while on their international adoption journey. We truly appreciate these precious children and want to raise them the best way we know how. Read more. Raising adopted children through a permissive parenting style is an easy trap for adoptive parents to fall into, but if you choose to parent your child without rules both you and your child will suffer for it. Read more. Sign language is a great tool for anyone raising adopted children, especially internationally adopted children by providing parents with an easier way of communication during those early days and easing frustration for their child. Read more. Most adoption stories are told from the parent's perspective. It was truly refreshing, therefore, when I stumbled across the story of one adoptee who reunited with her family in Taiwan. Read more. An international adoption resource to help parents effectively communicate with their newly adopted children was the goal of one adoptive mom when she created Russian for Adoptive Parents and Chinese for Adoptive Parents. These programs teach parents comfort phrases in their children's native languages. Read more. |
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