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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Dyslexia and executive functioning issues go hand in hand. He could also have ADHD, but I would highly recommend getting him a neuropsych exam, which can suss out what specific issues he does have. This is not cheap, but the last thing you want is to medicate a child who does not need it. The schools evals are often insufficient and I have seen them try to slap labels on kids for expediency.[/quote] Agree with this and would add that it is very easy for everyone to point their fingers at the ADHD label as being the cause of all problems. Medication might seem like it is helping at first - and may indeed improve some short term functioning - but it will not directly address the underlying learning issue(s). You will also want to get testing done by someone with experience with dyslexia. Call a school like Lab, Siena, or Summit for a list of evaluators.[/quote]
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