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22 Jan 2009 @ 10:53 AM
griffithpk Join Date: Thu 22nd Jan 2009
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ADHD & Dyslexia

My daughter has been diagnosed with ADHD and Now they suspect that she has Dyslexia. They tell me that these go hand & hand with one another. BUT, here is the problem........I've been told that there is really no standardized test for Dyslexia...........So how do they really know???? What can I do to really find out and get her the help that she needs. I'm not a wealthy person I can't afford a personal Psychologist to perform testing just to tell me O.K. she has Dyslexia.....................................She's 13 yrs old and has poor self -esteem as it is and she just wants to be like everyone else,.. but she's not and that really hurts. What can I do???????????

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22 Jan 2009 @ 6:36 PM Reply # 1
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Dyslexia Daughter

Your daughter is in good company; she's not as different as you may think. Dyslexia affects 10-15% of the population and is a common symptom of ADHD in children. Specialized tutoring may help. Contact your school about getting special accommodations for your daughter. Federal law requires schools to provide special education accommodations for ADHD students and students with learning disabilities. This sample letter is a good place to start. You can copy the letter word for word if it makes it easier.

Take it step by step and you will be able to get affordable help for your daughter.

Good Luck, Dena

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