Parenting A Child With Dyslexia

Prospective adopters and carers are often faced with the prospect of having to decide whether they can care for a child with a health need or condition they know little about and have no direct experience of. It can be difficult to know where to turn for reliable information. What lies behind the diagnoses and "labels" that many looked after children bring with them And what will it be like to live with them How will they benefit from family life This book addresses those concerns. It provides expert knowledge about dyslexia, coupled with facts, figures and guidance presented in a straightforward and accessible style. Adopters and foster carers also describe what it is like to parent an affected child, "telling it like it is", sharing their parenting experiences and offering useful advice. This combination of expert information and first-hand experiences will help readers to gain knowledge, achieve understanding, and to make informed decisions. Parenting a Child with Dyslexia provides a short explanation of dyslexia and related conditions (including dyspraxia), and their symptoms, prognosis and treatment in children and young people. It explores the different ways in which dyslexia can affect child development as well as the issues it raises with regard to educational provision for affected children, and where and how to get help.