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have been completed, unique programs, therapies, and educational methods can then be designed and set into place. Treatments can then focus on filling in missing information, the development of fine motor skills, and memory enhancement. Concepts are simplified and gradually introduced to the student. The use of visual or audio aids may be helpful to allow the student to easily absorb the information being presented. It is best for parents to keep in contact with the teachers and therapists to keep up with progress and the techniques being used.

It is important to work with a learning disabled student at home in coordination with educational programs. Ensuring the student has access to a keyboard, will allow the student to complete work at home with ease. The learner's work area should be kept relaxed, quiet, and free from distraction to maximize his or her ability to focus. When the child appears frustrated or anxious, it is best to give them time to take a break. The student may then return to the project at another time with a clear and open mind. When working with skills that require memory, flash cards or a tape recorder can be helpful to allow the learner to focus on the information itself rather that attempting to accurately write the information down.

Integrating skills during everyday activities can significantly improve chances of overcoming written learning disabilities. If your child has been working on spelling, give them the opportunity to show what they have learned. When you need to do a few errands, ask the student to write a list for you (mail, milk, and eggs for example). This makes the child feel helpful and praising them for a job well done will boost his or her confidence level. Playing games such as Pictionary or making crafts can help enhance fine motor skills. Word puzzles or family spelling contests are a great way to incorporate reading skills as well as refining writing skills. Encourage your child to write their own short stories. This activity may also be conducted in a group setting by taking turns making up the next sentence and writing it down. Having your child keep a journal or creating their own scrapbook allows the child to be creative while improving motor skills. Card games which require matching or reciting simple poems promote the progress of memory recall.

Positive reinforcement and praise are an important part to learning. It not only makes them feel better about themselves, but it allows them to move ahead in their education with confidence. Children affected with learning disabilities may become easily frustrated, angered or depressed. Parents and educators must have patience. If the child doesn't seem to understand a concept, break it into smaller areas or try a different method to explain the concept. The secret to overcoming any learning disability is love and understanding.

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