Teachers are the ones responsible for observing the child's difficulty in the classroom. The same goes for administrators. Most of our school staff and administration have not been equipped with a practical working knowledge of A.D.D. or L.D., and these are the children who are hurt by this neglect. Schools must start the helping process, beginning with proper early identification. From the standpoint of practicality, it's too little, too late, by the time an overlooked child becomes a troubled, outcast adolescent.
Parents are basically no better off, which leaves no one able to help the child.
The exceptions seem to be those few who are motivated to seek more knowledge on their own, as I have been. These special kids are in every classroom - every single year. Just checking to see if you're still with me. Written permission for use required. All Rights Reserved.