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      <title>Nonverbal Learning Disorder (Grace M, Liv/Ollie, Leah, Hayle J) by William Schleicher</title>
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      <description>In your groups, complete the following tasks about your chosen Specific Learning Disability</description>
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         <title>Directions</title>
         <author>wschleic</author>
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         <description><![CDATA[<div>This week, you will be working in groups based upon your chosen disability. During each class, you will be given a set of criterion to follow to construct your own research and find resources to create a disability padlet. On Friday of this week, you will be teaching another group about your disability using the padlet you have created, which will lead into our second edition of the Who Am I? Demystification poster regarding Specific Learning Disabilities.<br><br><strong>Tasks</strong>: Conduct your own research (I have given you a head start with the resource hub) on each of the subtopics for each day. As always, based on course policy, do not copy and paste. Quote, summarize, and paraphrase. For each subtopic, you will also be required to find two resources (videos, links, websites, pdfs, etc.) to assist and teach others. Provide a brief description for each of your resources as well.<br><br><strong>Subtopics</strong>: In each subtopic, you will need the following:<br>- Defining, summarizing, quoting, or paraphrasing to give an understanding of each one.<br>- Two resources + an explanation of each one.</div>]]></description>
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         <title>what is it?</title>
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         <link>https://padlet.com/wschleic/7heztap3knayt929/wish/2729058272</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<div>A disability that causes difficulty with motor skills, social skills, abstract concepts, changes to the routine. </div>]]></description>
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         <title>What is it?</title>
         <author>jbsbc</author>
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         <description><![CDATA[<div>A Nonverbal Learning Disability (NVLD) is a complex neurological condition that primarily impacts nonverbal skills. It affects various areas, including spatial reasoning, visual perception, and social understanding. Individuals with NVLD often face challenges in interpreting and comprehending nonverbal cues, which can significantly affect their daily lives. </div><div><br></div><div>https://www.churchillstl.org/learning-disability-resources/nonverbal-learning-disorder/#:~:text=Nonverbal%20learning%20disorder%20(NVLD)%20is,and%20comprehension%20of%20abstract%20concepts. </div><div>The source from Churchill Center &amp; School explains Nonverbal Learning Disorder (NVLD), characterizing it as a neurological condition predominantly affecting nonverbal skills, such as visual-spatial abilities, social interactions, and the comprehension of abstract concepts. Individuals with NVLD often face challenges in areas such as interpreting nonverbal cues, navigating visual-spatial tasks, and forming social relationships due to their struggles with nonverbal skills. While they may excel in verbal abilities, NVLD can impact motor skills and executive functioning. The source underscores the need for professional evaluation and tailored interventions to support individuals with NVLD effectively.</div><div><br></div><div><br></div><div><a href="https://www.understood.org/en/articles/understanding-nonverbal-learning-disabilities">https://www.understood.org/en/articles/understanding-nonverbal-learning-disabilities</a> </div><div>The source from Understood.org provides insights into nonverbal learning disabilities (NVLD), emphasizing that it primarily affects a person's ability to interpret nonverbal cues while leaving verbal language skills intact. It outlines the challenges faced by individuals with NVLD, including social difficulties, organizational issues, and struggles with abstract concepts. The article stresses early intervention for better long-term outcomes and offers practical tips for parents and teachers to support children with NVLD. Overall, it serves as a valuable resource for understanding and addressing NVLD.<br>-Grace Mangapora</div>]]></description>
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         <title>Potential Causes</title>
         <author>znrbc</author>
         <link>https://padlet.com/wschleic/7heztap3knayt929/wish/2729058276</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<div>Nonverbal Learning Disorder may stem from damage within the right hemisphere of the brain, the part of the brain that processes some pragmatics, prosody, and other suprasegmental areas of communication. There are also common traumatic birth injuries such as anoxia due to issues with the ambilocal cord causing a lack of oxygen.<br>Sources: https://hhma.org/healthadvisor/pa-nld-bhp/#:~:text=NLD%20is%20caused%20mostly%20by,Very%20long%20labor%20at%20birth<br>https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/non-verbal-learning-disorder#causes<br><br></div>]]></description>
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         <author>lbanzhaf2007</author>
         <link>https://padlet.com/wschleic/7heztap3knayt929/wish/2729058279</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<div>The prevalence of this disability ranges from 3% to 4% of the population which means 2.2 million to 2.9 million children and adolescents have this disability. The link above shows the study done across 3 populations in the US and Canada and that is where they got these findings. This means that over 2 million people in these populations that are under the age of 18 have been found to have a nonverbal disability. It is prevalent enough to provide support and know how to help the children who have been diagnosed with a nonverbal disability. Another source I found shows that the findings above could show that NVLD could be more common than autism in children. In school aged children autism is found in 1%-2% of these populations. https://www.jwatch.org/na51377/2020/04/14/nonverbal-learning-disability-more-common-previously</div>]]></description>
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         <author>wschleic</author>
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         <description><![CDATA[<div>Identify challenges in the following areas:<br>- School<br>- Home<br>- Community<br>- Employment (for adults)<br>- Relationships<br>- Social and Emotional<br><br></div>]]></description>
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         <title>Hayle Jageman </title>
         <author>wbrdc</author>
         <link>https://padlet.com/wschleic/7heztap3knayt929/wish/2729058285</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<div>-School<br>       ~Kids might have trouble with organizing their information, social skills, and also abstract thinking <br>-Home <br>           ~Might start talking later than they should. They might start doing simple things later in life, for example, they might have trouble learning how to ride a bike. They also might have trouble staying on task. <br>- Community <br>       ~You might have trouble communicating with the people around you and might have trouble expressing your feelings.<br>-Employment<br>       ~ Adults with NLD might have trouble getting a job because of their disorder, people might not want to hire them just because of their disorder<br>-Relationships<br>       ~Kids with NLD might not have a lot of good relationships with people because of their lack of strength of being able to communicate and be sociable with people around you.<br>- Social and emotional <br>           ~They might have trouble controlling their emotions causing them to have lots of breakdowns. <br>                 ~They may have problems being able to communicate to the people around them and communicate their feelings to people <br><br><br>Resources:<br>https://www.bing.com/ck/a?!&amp;&amp;p=c7883871cae44f87JmltdHM9MTY5NjIwNDgwMCZpZ3VpZD0yZDcyMDdjNC1jZDZlLTZiM2MtMjMwNS0xNGVhY2NlNDZhYTImaW5zaWQ9NTUxOA&amp;ptn=3&amp;hsh=3&amp;fclid=2d7207c4-cd6e-6b3c-2305-14eacce46aa2&amp;psq=challenges+with+non+verbal+learning+disability+in+community+&amp;u=a1aHR0cHM6Ly9pYmNjZXMub3JnL2xlYXJuaW5nL2EtdGVhY2hlcnMtZ3VpZGUtdG8tbnZsZC1ob3ctdG8tc3VwcG9ydC1zdHVkZW50cy13aXRoLW5vbnZlcmJhbC1sZWFybmluZy1kaXNhYmlsaXR5LyM6fjp0ZXh0PU5WTEQlMjBpcyUyMGFsc28lMjBzb21ldGltZXMlMjBhc3NvY2lhdGVkJTIwd2l0aCUyMGRpZmZpY3VsdGllcyUyMGFuZCx0b25lJTJDJTIwc2FyY2FzbSUyQyUyMG51YW5jZSUyOSUyMDUlMjBwZWVyJTIwcmVsYXRpb25zaGlwcyUyMGFuZCUyMGludGVyYWN0aW9ucw&amp;ntb=1<br>https://www.bing.com/ck/a?!&amp;&amp;p=06284718b173573dJmltdHM9MTY5NjIwNDgwMCZpZ3VpZD0yZDcyMDdjNC1jZDZlLTZiM2MtMjMwNS0xNGVhY2NlNDZhYTImaW5zaWQ9NTQ5OQ&amp;ptn=3&amp;hsh=3&amp;fclid=2d7207c4-cd6e-6b3c-2305-14eacce46aa2&amp;psq=challenges+with+non+verbal+learning+disability+social+and+emotional+&amp;u=a1aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuYmFkZ2Vyc3RhdGVzcGVlZWNoeS5jb20vbm9uLXZlcmJhbC1sZWFybmluZy1kaXNvcmRlci1zb2NpYWwtc2tpbGxzLWNoYWxsZW5nZXMvIzp-OnRleHQ9UHJhZ21hdGljcyUyRlNvY2lhbCUyMFNraWxscyUyMENoYWxsZW5nZXMlMjBpbiUyME5WTEQlM0ElMjAxJTIwQ29udmVyc2F0aW9uYWwlMjByZWNpcHJvY2l0eSxlbW90aW9ucyUyMC4uLiUyMDglMjBTb2NpYWwlMjBuYWl2ZXQlQzMlQTklMjBhbmQlMjBOVkxEJTIw&amp;ntb=1</div>]]></description>
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         <author>wschleic</author>
         <link>https://padlet.com/wschleic/7heztap3knayt929/wish/2729058288</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<div>What are the academic, behavioral, or functional areas of struggle based on this disability?</div>]]></description>
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         <title>Deficit Areas</title>
         <author>jbsbc</author>
         <link>https://padlet.com/wschleic/7heztap3knayt929/wish/2729058289</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<div>Nonverbal learning impairments (NVLD) can have an influence on a variety of academic, behavioral, and functional domains, posing particular difficulties for those who are impacted. Social skills are frequently difficult for people to master because they have trouble deciphering sarcasm, reading facial expressions, and picking up on subtle body language clues. This can make it difficult for them to make and keep friends. Mathematical ideas that depend on abstraction and spatial thinking can be particularly difficult in academic contexts, making algebra and geometry tough to understand. People with NVLD may find it difficult to perform visual-spatial activities like reading maps or comprehending spatial relationships. </div><div>The capacity to begin activities and successfully manage their time might be hampered by executive functioning impairment, which includes abilities like planning, organizing, and time management. Fine motor abilities may also be affected, which can have an impact on daily tasks like tying shoelaces and penmanship. It might be difficult to communicate one's own emotions or sympathize with others when there are problems with emotional management and comprehending others' emotional states. NVLD can also impair adaptive functioning, which in turn affects everyday living abilities like cleaning, cooking, or handling personal money. Reading comprehension and writing expression can be hampered by abstract thinking, difficulty understanding metaphors, and non-literal language. Due to the difficulties they encounter in their social and academic lives, some people with NVLD may also suffer from anxiety and sadness. In order to overcome these obstacles and provide people with NVLD the assistance they need to succeed academically and socially, early diagnosis and customized therapies are essential.</div><div><br></div><div><br></div><div>https://www.verywellfamily.com/how-learning-disabilities-can-affect-behavior-2161916#:~:text=Kids%20who%20exhibit%20these%20behaviors,%2C%20temper%20tantrums%2C%20and%20defiance. </div><div>This source discusses how learning disabilities can lead to challenging behaviors in children, including frustration, low self-esteem, avoidance, tantrums, and defiance. These behaviors often result from the struggles children face in academic or social situations due to their learning disabilities. Recognizing and addressing these behaviors is crucial for providing appropriate support to children with learning disabilities.</div><div><br></div><div><a href="https://www.smartkidswithld.org/getting-help/nld/14-ways-to-help-a-child-with-nld-succeed/">https://www.smartkidswithld.org/getting-help/nld/14-ways-to-help-a-child-with-nld-succeed/</a> </div><div>This source provides 14 helpful strategies for supporting a child with Nonverbal Learning Disorder to succeed. The source emphasizes the importance of early intervention and individualized support to help children with NLD thrive academically and socially. These strategies can be valuable for parents, educators, and professionals working with children who have NLD.<br>-Grace Mangapora</div>]]></description>
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         <author>lbanzhaf2007</author>
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         <description><![CDATA[<div>-difficulty with perceptions and spatial awareness (often bumping into things around them)<br>-can't always grasp visual information<br>-poor social skills<br>-poor sense of time <br>-lack of organization skills <br>-trouble with problem solving<br>-usually highly verbal but weak in the verbal domain</div>]]></description>
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         <author>wschleic</author>
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         <description><![CDATA[<div>Do/Can any other disabilities exist in addition to this primary diagnosis?<br><br></div>]]></description>
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         <title>Comorbidities</title>
         <author>znrbc</author>
         <link>https://padlet.com/wschleic/7heztap3knayt929/wish/2729058298</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<div>Some comorbidities include Autism Spectrum Disorder and Attention Deficit Disorders (ADD). Both of these disorders often appear in conjunction with ASD and ADDs due to issues involving pragmatics of language. Those with Autism might have difficulties understanding social cues and can sometimes be considered "late talkers" due to their spoken language development being delayed. Those with ADHD might not understand social cues or have trouble decoding figurative language. ASD and ADDs have their own comorbidity, so NVLDs can also be part of that comorbidity grouping. All three of these disabilities/disorders also tend to have similar symptom profiles, including issues with pragmatic language. An individual can have only one of these, two of these, or all three of these at once. It is important that a clinician knows the difference between these three disabilities/disorders so that individuals are diagnosed correctly. It is also important to understand that nonverbal learning disorders are not necessarily "diagnosed" so much as identified within individuals, so these disorders could could potentially be symptoms of disorders like ASD or ADHD.<br>Sources: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35526491/<br>https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/non-verbal-learning-disorder#causes<br><br></div>]]></description>
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         <title>Examples of Assistive Technology</title>
         <author>jbsbc</author>
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         <description><![CDATA[<div><br></div><div><strong>No/Low Tech:</strong></div><ul><li><strong>Communication Boards:</strong> These are physical boards or cards with pictures, symbols, or words that individuals can point to or use for communication.</li><li><a href="https://adayinourshoes.com/communication-board/">https://adayinourshoes.com/communication-board/</a>&nbsp;</li><li><strong>Picture Exchange Systems:</strong> PECS involves using a series of pictures or symbols that individuals can exchange to communicate their needs or desires.</li><li><a href="https://www.researchgate.net/figure/Example-of-the-Picture-Exchange-Communication-System-PECS_fig1_289670995">https://www.researchgate.net/figure/Example-of-the-Picture-Exchange-Communication-System-PECS_fig1_289670995</a>&nbsp;</li></ul><div><strong>Mid Tech:</strong></div><ul><li><strong>Speech-Generating Devices:</strong> These devices include tablets or dedicated devices that produce speech when users select icons or type text. Examples include the Proloquo2Go app or dedicated devices like Tobii Dynavox.</li><li><a href="https://hartmedical.org/miscellaneous-dme/speech-generating-devices">https://hartmedical.org/miscellaneous-dme/speech-generating-devices</a>&nbsp;</li></ul><div><br></div><ul><li><strong>Augmentative and Alternative Communication Apps:</strong> These are software applications designed for tablets or smartphones that provide various communication options using symbols, text, or speech output. Examples include TouchChat or LAMP Words for Life.</li><li><a href="https://www.icancommunicateapp.com/">https://www.icancommunicateapp.com/</a>&nbsp;</li></ul><div><br></div><div><strong>High Tech:</strong></div><ul><li><strong>Eye-Tracking Systems:</strong> High-tech eye-tracking devices, such as the Tobii Eye Tracker, allow individuals to control a computer or communication device using their eye movements, enabling communication and computer access.</li><li><a href="https://www.bitbrain.com/blog/eye-tracking-devices">https://www.bitbrain.com/blog/eye-tracking-devices</a>&nbsp;</li></ul><div><br></div><ul><li><strong>Brain-Computer Interfaces:</strong> BCIs are advanced systems that allow individuals with severe motor disabilities to communicate and control computers or devices directly through their brain signals. Examples include the BrainGate system.</li><li><a href="https://www.thepourquoipas.com/post/revolutionize-your-thoughts-with-google-brain-computer-interface">https://www.thepourquoipas.com/post/revolutionize-your-thoughts-with-google-brain-computer-interface</a>&nbsp;</li></ul><div>Grace Mangapora</div>]]></description>
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         <title>Accommodations</title>
         <author>lbanzhaf2007</author>
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         <description><![CDATA[<div>Accommodation for a nonverbal disability can be a lot of things because there are a couple of things to accommodate for. They have trouble understanding the verbal domain. With this in mind, I think keeping a non-changing schedule, so you don’t have to verbally address the schedule every day. Keeping in mind that they might get overwhelmed with a lot of assignments/projects, I think breaking those down would be easier for them. If you break projects down into smaller assignments, they will be able to complete the steps one at a time and not have to look at the project and get scared. Along with breaking down the projects you should also break down worksheets. Since they have trouble with the ability to communicate nonverbally, I think making worksheets with as little writing as possible would make work easier. You could break the worksheets down to yes or no questions or circle the answer.&nbsp; Making things easier for anything written on paper by shortening the amount of writing when possible. https://www.verywellhealth.com/non-verbal-learning-disorder-5218632</div>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2023-10-04 13:41:52 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>Assessment Process</title>
         <author>znrbc</author>
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         <description><![CDATA[<div>Assessment of NVLDs is usually performed by licensed psychologists. Unfortunately, assessment of individuals who present signs of having an NVLD is often a process of elimination. Usually, a cognitive exam is performed to rule out any cognitive disorders that might affect language. Then, since not all areas of language are affected, different language exams may be administered, and the results would be consistent with only issues within the pragmatics area of language. The next step is identifying any underlying issues with attention-related disorders (ADD, ADHD, etc.) or any disorder relating to attention of surroundings, visuospatial skills, executive functioning skills, etc. The final step of the process is receiving any observations from interviews that are conducted with those who are close to the individual. Those assess how the individual generally functions (or does not function) socially within different environments (home, school, etc.). With a culmination of information that is consistent with NVLDs, a psychologist is able to rule out different disorders and build a case toward an individual having an NVLD. Overall, this usually assessed once there is an official Autism or ADHD diagnosis since the symptom profiles within the NVLD category between those two disorders can present differently and require different accommodations.<br><br></div><div>Sources: <a href="https://www.childrensresourcegroup.com/diagnosing-a-nonverbal-learning-disability/">https://www.childrensresourcegroup.com/diagnosing-a-nonverbal-learning-disability/<br></a><br></div><div><a href="https://childmind.org/article/what-is-non-verbal-learning-disorder/#a-more-comprehensive-diagnosis">https://childmind.org/article/what-is-non-verbal-learning-disorder/#a-more-comprehensive-diagnosis</a>&nbsp;<br><br></div>]]></description>
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         <title>Emotional Regulation</title>
         <author>jbsbc</author>
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         <description><![CDATA[<div>	There are several difficulties faced by people with nonverbal impairments, such as nonverbal learning problems. First of all, it might be difficult for others to grasp their emotions since they sometimes find it difficult to vocally or physically communicate their sentiments. Additionally, people with nonverbal disability may be frequently misinterpreted by others, which can cause irritation or a sense of loneliness. Some of them encounter overpowering situations that cause sensory overload, which leads to emotional dysregulation. Finally, it might be difficult to comprehend the thoughts and feelings of others, which can make it tough to empathize with them or know how to react.</div><div>	Various techniques can be used to support individuals with nonverbal difficulties in managing their emotional control. Individuals can use visual tools, such as emotion charts or social tales, to recognize and communicate their feelings. With the help of a speech-language therapist, alternative communication techniques can be created, such as sign language, augmentative and alternative communication devices, or written communication. People who struggle with excessive emotions might learn self-regulation skills like deep breathing exercises, mindfulness, or sensory breaks. Emotional well-being is promoted by creating a friendly environment where people feel welcomed and supported.&nbsp;<br>Grace Mangapora</div>]]></description>
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         <title>Social Skills</title>
         <author>jbsbc</author>
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         <description><![CDATA[<div>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Social skills are a common area of difficulty for people with nonverbal disability. They could have trouble recognizing nonverbal clues, comprehending social cues, starting discussions, and negotiating challenging social settings. Several interventions can be used to help persons with this handicap improve their social skills. Participating in role-playing activities, utilizing visual aids like cue cards, and breaking down complicated social skills into simple chunks are a few of these. Joining social groups, engaging in self-advocacy, and learning mindfulness and self-regulation strategies can all help people with nonverbal difficulties manage their social anxiety. This path depends on developing a strong social network and teaching patience and perseverance. Adults with nonverbal difficulties may significantly improve their social skills by using these techniques and asking for assistance when necessary.&nbsp;<br>Grace Mangapora</div>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2023-10-04 13:54:15 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>Communication</title>
         <author>lbanzhaf2007</author>
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         <description><![CDATA[<div>As these people get into the adult world, they will struggle with any direction given in nonverbal terms, as they did through childhood and adolescence. This can really have an impact on getting a job, keeping the job, making friends, and life in a higher education setting. I think this disorder could impact getting a job for them because they don’t have the same social cues as other people. They can say inappropriate things without knowing what they're doing. I think to an employer this could look bad, especially without knowing the disability. Keeping a job could be hard for them because they must depend on verbal communication. They cannot write emails as easily or read paperwork either. I think here they can depend mostly on verbal communication because that is what a job usually consists of. They can also use phone calls instead of emails. I think again with social cues it would be hard for them make friends. If they don’t know right from wrong when it comes to social interactions. This might be easier for them if people are aware of their disability and know how to communicate with them. Higher education could also be an issue because getting help from a professor can use a lot of nonverbal communication. The way I talk to my professors is through email. I think they could prevent this by talking to a professor after class and going to their office hours. Colleges also provide help for people with a disability. They can tell their college about their disability to get the accommodation they might have got in the classroom.&nbsp; https://www.additudemag.com/nonverbal-learning-disorder-symptoms-in-adults-breakdown/#:~:text=Nonverbal%20learning%20disorder%20is%20a,%2C%20innuendos%2C%20and%20abstract%20concepts.</div>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2023-10-04 13:59:12 UTC</pubDate>
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         <description><![CDATA[<div>School- Children can struggle socially, they might have a hard time communicating to teachers then that would reflect on their learning. They can also struggle to make friends due to the lack of communication towards others. They can also struggle with reading comprehension and more advanced math problems that require spatial visualization or pattern recognition. Kids with nonverbal learning disorder can also struggle with organizing their thoughts, planning, executive functions, and problem solving which can negatively impact their school experience.&nbsp;</div><div><br></div><div>Home- These kids might have a hard time communicating with their parents. They will struggle with communicating their feelings, which can often cause breakdowns. They can struggle with independence. They often have a hard time learning simple things like, for example, learning how to ride a bike.&nbsp;</div><div><br></div><div>Post-Secondary Setting- They might struggle getting a job because jobs may need to accommodate their needs, or they simply can’t handle being in a job setting. They might struggle to do the simple things, for example, organizing files. They might also struggle with their social skills making it difficult to communicate with co workers&nbsp;</div><div><br></div><div>Problem solving- You can have weekly goals and start doing simple problems for them to solve and as you go on you can advance a little bit if they are understanding &nbsp;</div><div><br><br></div>]]></description>
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         <title>How can families help?</title>
         <author>jbsbc</author>
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         <description><![CDATA[<div>Parents can support individuals with nonverbal learning disabilities by educating themselves about NVLD and seeking early intervention through evaluations and assessments. They should establish structured routines and collaborate with educators for appropriate accommodations in school.<br>Enrolling children in social skills training programs, therapy, and counseling can address specific deficit areas. Positive reinforcement and celebrating strengths are essential for building self-esteem.<br>Parents can teach emotional regulation techniques and seek support from groups and professionals. In home and community settings, they can create opportunities to focus on deficit skills, such as fine motor skills or social interactions, through activities and outings. </div>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2023-10-04 14:00:55 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>Advocacy for Needs</title>
         <author>znrbc</author>
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         <description><![CDATA[<div>Advocacy for those with NVLDs can look different depending on the individual. At times, simply having an advocate that speaks up for an individual and vouches for them to have the same opportunities that everyone should have is enough. Including those who have difficult reading social cues in conversations and electing them to be a part of the conversation is a great way to advocate for those with NVLDs. Other options include extra time on exams, giving individuals the space to complete tasks at their own pace, and advocate for individuals to have whatever accommodations they feel necessary within IEP meetings.<br><br></div><div>Sources: <a href="https://nvld.org/importance-having-advocate/">https://nvld.org/importance-having-advocate/<br></a><br></div><div><a href="https://sites.ed.gov/osers/2020/10/sharing-my-story-to-inspire-advocacy-in-others/">https://sites.ed.gov/osers/2020/10/sharing-my-story-to-inspire-advocacy-in-others/</a>&nbsp;</div>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2023-10-04 14:01:01 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>Independence</title>
         <author>lbanzhaf2007</author>
         <link>https://padlet.com/wschleic/7heztap3knayt929/wish/2732167752</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<div>Being independent can be hard for someone with nonverbal learning disorder because they have trouble with sense of direction, communication, and organization. I found that a lot of people express concerns of their child being able to get around with nonverbal learning disability. They have trouble with spacial awareness which makes getting around hard. In the article I found, her daughter moved into an apartment and had a lot of trouble getting around. Her daughter was able to figure out the subway system because her aprtment is right next to public transportation. This would be important for these children to go into adulthood and not get lost. They can’t communicate nonverbally so filling out job applications and writing emails would be hard. Something that they could do to help with this could be calling to communicate. This would have to be something that if they choose to do it nonverbally, they might want to get help from family. They have organization skills as well. Organization would be complicated when it comes to budgeting. Making plans and being aware of these plans would make adulthood complicated for them. I found that they just must keep their budget in kind and be aware fo how much money they have. They could keep sticky note reminders of any plans or events because that’s personally what I do. &nbsp;</div>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2023-10-04 14:16:44 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>family impact 3 things </title>
         <author>lbanzhaf2007</author>
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         <description><![CDATA[<div>If I was working with a family in their home setting, I think there is a couple of things that could be implemented that they probably haven't thought of. I found an article that talks about 5 things that can be done in the home to help a child. First, I would show the family that the negative effects of punishment on people with disabilities are a lot different than someone who does not have one. Children with this disability are not aware that they are doing the wrong thing most times. Being aware of when they know what they are doing is wrong can help with punishment and negative reinforcement. Blaming the child is unacceptable in the home setting. Something that the article I read talked about was how children with this disability don’t understand personal space. The easiest way to show that personal space is a thing is with a hula hoop. Showing your child that you can’t walk in someone's hula hoop. Using the reinforcement of the hula hoop and not allowing the child to walk in the hula hoop around you when you say you don’t want them to. I think this can help them start to understand people's personal space bubble. You can also incorporate certain after-school activities into the child’s life to help them with social cues. Signing them up for an activity where personal space isn't really a problem and they can meet friends would be great for them.&nbsp;</div>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2023-10-04 14:37:15 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>Family Impact </title>
         <author>wbrdc</author>
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         <description><![CDATA[<div>1. establish a homework routine&nbsp;<br>2. Provide extra help with organization&nbsp;<br>3. monitor progress </div>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2023-10-04 14:39:32 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>Family Impact</title>
         <author>znrbc</author>
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         <description><![CDATA[<div>By keeping a consistent homelife and explaining reasoning to children with NVLDs, a parent can help a child understand the world around them. Overall, the support they receive from their parents is crucial. Sometimes, parents cannot control their child’s environment and who they meet. By knowing they have an advocate in their parent who supports them and gives them the tools to be successful, they can then learn to cope with the world beyond home. A parent can match the needs of their child better than any other person. Allowing a safe space to make mistakes and learn is crucial to a child with any learning disability’s success one day. Encourage, inspire, and facilitate a child with a NVLD to best advocate for them.<br><br></div><div>Sources: <a href="https://www.smartkidswithld.org/getting-help/nld/strategies-for-parenting-a-child-with-nld/">https://www.smartkidswithld.org/getting-help/nld/strategies-for-parenting-a-child-with-nld/<br></a><br></div><div>https://www.understood.org/en/articles/6-things-i-wish-people-knew-about-parenting-a-child-with-a-nonverbal-learning-disability<br><br></div>]]></description>
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