Non verbal learning disorders (NLD) can impact the academics, social interactions, and spatial perceptions. This neurological syndrome has similarities to other neurological diagnoses such as Asperger's, but in fact has differences.
Students with NLD often have difficulty in situations where they are required to be both quick and adaptable. Areas where they often struggle often include motor deficits such as poor coordination, visual/organizational/spatial deficits such as poor visual recall, and social skills deficits such as the inability to notice and understand nonverbal communication. Often kids with NLD are thought to be behavior problems. Instead, there is an underlying neurological problem that is hindering their development and achievement.
Some of the types of therapies that can help NLD include occupational therapy, social skill groups, and sensory integration therapy. Because NLD is a fairly new field of study, many therapists and doctors are not familiar with the diagnosis. Some of the kinds of interventions that may be helpful to those with NLD include helping to anticipate new situations, instruction and practice in reading nonverbal communication, and teach organizational skills.
Nonverbal learning disorder can impact every aspect of a person's life. A child with NLD who is diagnosed early can be provided with the therapy and instruction to improve their life at home, in school, and with friends.
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