EDYKA HELPS YOU TO FIND YOUR WAY - 3
Articles on the theme ‘Learning challenges, where to start?’
1 – My child has learning challenges – the first steps
This article helps you to find the way, to chart your path, to make required tests.
2 – Speech therapist, occupational therapist, etc … who does what exactly?
Depending on the results of the assessments, tests, evaluations, you may be referred to professionals who can take care of your child, based on their needs. This article explains their domains of expertise.
3 – Some advice
In this article you will find our recommendations, based on our personal experiences.
We try to build a winning team* with the children, their parents, teachers and school staff, as well as the most appropriate medical and para-medical professionals.
Some will intervene on an ad hoc basis to help overcome a specific challenge, others will be present for short periods of time, such as an orthoptist, for example, and some will accompany you over a longer period of time, such as psychologists.
These professionals on the team may change based on the age and needs of the child, their evolution and the challenges they face.
EDYKA’s advice
- Take into account the child’s wishes and feelings: if they do not feel comfortable with a professional, they may become defensive and will not progress. As in all human relationships, it is necessary to find a good ‘fit’!
- Limit the number extra-curricular activities: overloading the child schedule may exhaust them resulting in them being less attentive in class.
- One challenge at a time: launching several projects in parallel can be counterproductive with the risks that the child will reject everything.
- Accept that you are on a roller coaster ride, it is part of the journey.
*Dear parents,
You need to be your child’s most important advocate and the most fervent supporters.
Every day, try to do something that helps your child to grow, progress, evolve, become a responsible and independent adult.
Don’t give up because there is a setback, it is part of your rollercoaster journey.
Remember that you are not superhuman and you may not have all the skills. Take time off for yourself to recharge your batteries and delegate what you can. That way, you will be more available for your child.
You play a crucial role! The journey is full of obstacles and each small victory is a major milestone!
