Dealing With Dyslexia And Other Learning Disorders In Nigeria

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PrincessMo (f)

Dealing With Dyslexia And Other Learning Disorders In Nigeria

« on: April 27, 2008, 10:31 PM »

I've got two younger brothers both of whom are dyslexic and have got ADHD.
These are two very serious learning disorders than can hinder a child from
learning like his peers.

For those who don't know:

Dyslexia is a specific learning difficulty that mainly affects reading and spelling. Dyslexia is characterized by difficulties in processing word-sounds and by weaknesses in short-term verbal memory; its effects may be seen in spoken language as well as written language. The current evidence suggests that these difficulties arise from inefficiencies in language-processing areas in the left hemisphere of the brain which, in turn, appear to be linked to genetic differences.

ADHD stands for Attention Deficit and Hyperactivity Disorder. This disorder leaves a lot of kids acting on impulse and being unable to concentrate on the task at hand. Major symptoms of the disorder include hyperactivity, impulsivity, and inattention.

I know that there are SO MANY kids in Nigeria that have this disorder (my brothers used to be part of that group till we moved out of the country) and because there is little (if any) provision for kids with special needs, these kids end up not learning, being written off by impatient teachers and ending up living meaningless lives (unless God intervenes).

I haven't been to Nigeria in a while and I would like to know if people know about these disorders (that are only 2 on the list of many other leaning disorders that a lot of people have) and what is being done to help kids with them. If nothing's being done yet, do yall have any ideas? I've got loads and I would love to share my ideas with whoever is willing to contribute to this thread. I think that is very important and should be a VERY big part of the whole Education for All campaign.

CHEERS EVERYBODY!!

yupyfather

Re: Dealing With Dyslexia And Other Learning Disorders In Nigeria

« #1 on: May 02, 2008, 03:33 PM »

Its rather interesting that some people are thinking along with me .In the last few days my thats has gone out to young men and women with learning difficulties in Nigeria and how they are coping.Specifically i had been thinking about pervasive developmental disorder -autistic spectrum disorder and how people and family with children having these disorders cope . i know fully well that our social service is poorly developed,occupational therapy non existent and nursing and medical skills no where to be found.
Naija people to deal with this problem education is vital as our people are too stigmatised to seek help. Until people start to seek medical help and hospitals see a need for establishing this departments something will star to flow.
people with learning disability deserve the best just like any body out there-although we no know who better as the difference no much self -joke.
i currently work as a psychiatrist in the UK with experience in learning disability and the situation back home in terms of caring for this group of patients is depressing. Baba God will help us. Huh

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