Attention Deficit and Communication/language disorder

Starting now, I’m going to dedicate much of my blogging time to writing about children with learning disabilities.  Specifically, I will write about communication disorders and Attention Deficit Disorder.  Why?  Because two of my children struggle with these issues, and I want to share my thoughts, feelings, lessons, and future knowledge about this topic with others who are looking for answers.  I wish someone would have been here to share their heart with me, because it can be a very lonely and discouraging journey for a parent, on behalf of their child(ren).

For now, let me begin by saying that children, all children are amazing!!!  They are often the greatest teachers upon earth, yet they are seldom acknowleged for their greatness.  I believe in them.  My goal is to make them believe in themselves.

With that said, let me share some quick facts with you about such disabilities.

~These children are often very intelligent.  It is NOT a sign of stupidity, laziness, or a lack of effort… 

For instance, imagine that you are in one room of your house, with the door shut.  Imagine that your child is in another room, and you are trying to teach him/her their math facts.  Would it work?  Of course not!  Well, think of ADD and Communication/language disorders as the door between your child and the teacher, parent, or concept.  It is more difficult to learn with an obstacle in your way…  What if you could open the door?  Well, as parents, teachers, and humans we need to find a way to do just that. 

I’m determined to try to open that door for my daughters, as well as for other children like them.  I’m planning on getting a masters in special education, but I’m convinced that it’s not the degree that will solve this problem, it’s a lot of love and a lot of heart and soul…