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  A Letter to Parents and Educators During Dyslexia Awareness Month   The Child Who Tried Too Hard Meera was eight when her mother found her crying in the bathroom at 11 PM, a crumpled spelling test hidden in her school bag. "I'm just stupid, Mama," she whispered. "Everyone else can read the board, but the letters keep dancing for me." Her teacher had written in red ink across multiple assignments: "Not paying attention. Can do better. Careless mistakes." But Meera wasn't careless. She was drowning. Three years later, at age eleven, Meera was finally diagnosed with dyslexia. Three years of being called lazy. Three years of believing she was broken. Three years that didn't have to happen. The Invisible Disability No One Talks About Dyslexia affects 1 in 10 people worldwide, that's roughly 3-4 children in every classroom. Yet it remains one of the most misunderstood and underdiagnosed learning differences in our education syst...

What if I told you that the student who is having difficulty in your class today could grow up to be the most creative CEO, a groundbreaking artist, or the kindest leader of all time? What if their learning difference serves as a future competitive advantage rather than a barrier? Educators and parents must rethink the way we approach special education. We've been treating it as a safety net—a place to "catch" kids who can't keep up—for far too long. Here's a game-changing idea, though: What if special education isn't even about catching up? What if the goal is to discover superpowers that are frequently missed in conventional education? The Confidence Crisis We're Not Talking About Let's face an uncomfortable reality before moving on to solutions. Many kids in special education programs have already internalised the devastating message that "I'm not smart enough" by the time they are eight years old. While they struggle with letters ...

  If you're a parent reading this, you might be figuring out the complicated process of parenting an autistic child. You may be seeking new ways to support your child at home, or you might have just received a diagnosis. Whatever led you here, know that you're not travelling this path alone and that even minor adjustments to your home can have a big impact on your child's day-to-day existence. First and foremost, you must look after yourself and establish a support network before you can effectively care for your child. Please make all the preparations because this is a protracted, emotional, and stressful journey: • Join and participate in a parent support group for kids with autism. • Find someone you can confide in about your worries, fears, and everything else without fear of criticism or condemnation. Understanding Your Child's Unique World Before you start using strategies, it's important to realise that autism has an impact on your child's communi...

As a parent, noticing that your child learns differently or faces unique challenges can evoke a range of emotions and questions. You might wonder if they need extra support, worry about their future, or feel overwhelmed by where to start. The first step in this journey is an assessment for your child, which must be conducted by a psychologist. You're taking an important step toward understanding their needs and helping them thrive. This blog will walk you through everything you need to know about psychological assessments in simple, clear terms, so you can feel confident and prepared throughout the process. What Is a Psychological Assessment? A psychological assessment is like a detailed picture of how your child's mind works. It's a comprehensive evaluation that looks at different areas of your child's development, including their thinking skills(Cognition), learning abilities, emotional well-being, and behaviour patterns. Above all of this, the child is assessed on a...

In today's digital age, screens are everywhere. From tablets and smartphones to computers and televisions, technology has become an integral part of our daily lives. For parents, this presents both opportunities and challenges. While digital devices can offer incredible educational resources and learning opportunities, they also raise concerns about excessive screen time and its impact on children's development, health, and well-being.   Finding the right balance between beneficial screen time and healthy offline activities is one of the most pressing parenting challenges of our generation. This comprehensive guide will help you navigate this complex landscape, providing practical strategies to harness technology's educational potential while protecting your child's overall development.   Understanding the Current Landscape   Children today are growing up as digital natives, surrounded by technology from birth. According to recent research, children as young as two...