Learning Disabilities
A learning disability or specific learning disorder, assumes that a child or teen is as cognitively proficient as their same-aged peers, however, due to a neurological disorder, they are wired to learn differently.
As such, even though they are as intellectually capable, they are disadvantaged when it comes to learning how to read, express themselves in writing, or reasoning mathematically. Children with learning disabilities often struggle to meet their academic potential without appropriate identification and support. This is why it is crucial to identify a learning disability through a comprehensive psychoeducational assessment as early as possible, to reduce the amount of remediation or catch up that is required.
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We identify where in the process of learning these struggles occur so that remedial techniques and accommodations for your child can be designed accurately and effectively. Isolating areas of weakness and treatment is crucial in enhancing the chances of your child achieving grade-level expectations. Psychologists at Westside Child Psychology are proficient in identifying specifically why a child may be struggling academically, which allows us to make efficient recommendations for parents and teachers to target and remediate the specific learning disorder, as well as accommodate for it at the school level.