... diagnosis of a learning disability can cause not only the child but also the caregiver and teacher to run a gambit of emotions. It is important to address these feelings and the questions that accompany them in a prompt and timely manner. The child's feelings should be the number one priority. Initially, the child will be confused. It will be important to carefully explain what it means to have a learning disability and how it will affect the child's life. Emphasis should be placed on the fact that the learning disability is not the child's fault, nor does it mean that they are any less intelligent than their peers. This is a critical period for the child. How the disability is dealt with now will affect them for the rest of their life. Learning about their disability will affect the child's confidence and self-image. By helping them to understand that ...

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