The Best Way to Explain Learning Disabilities to Your Child

Many parents are afraid that "labeling" a child as having a learning disability will make him feel broken, left out, or less willing to try. In fact, the opposite is true: giving your child an understanding of the nature of his learning disabilities will comfort him — and motivate him to push through his challenges. Here's how to start that conversation.

Camp Lee Mar

February 9, 2021 at 12:49 am

Living with learning or physical disabilities is not easy. Well, it is not an individual’s inability to perform daily tasks is a cause of concern. But what bothers special needs people is an outside trigger or how society treats them. So, as parents or family, we need to help our special needs children understand that they are no different from others.

First of all, it is essential to tell them it is not their fault. Be honest and open with your child about his/her disability, and explain the problem. However, you need to remind him of the potentials and talents he has. Also, tell him that he will not be able to learn at the same pace as his classmates. He just has to take another route, which is slow and steady. Lastly, support him with constant love, care, and encouragement.
KingsleyCarroll

March 6, 2020 at 11:55 am

Thank you for the article! It’s really very wise and right!
I hope that your article will inspire parents to be more honest with their children.