Learning Disabilites Flashcards
(9 cards)
1
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What is a learning disability ?
A
A life long reduction in intellectual ability before the age of 18
2
Q
How many people with learning disabilities face communication difficulties ?
A
- up to 90%
3
Q
How many people with learning disabilities have hearing loss that is often missed or undiagnosed ?
A
Up to 40%
4
Q
Name some ways of communication with a person with LD
A
- Use simple language
- One piece of information at a time.
- Focus on what you want the person to do, not what you don’t want them to do.
- Back verbal communication with pictures, signs and symbols.
- Allow processing time
- Focus on the present
5
Q
Specific considerations
A
- Facial expressions and body language - is there shared understanding/ accurate interpretation ?
- Proximity - may make the person feel uncomfortable or threatened
- Eye contact - may express hostility make the person nervous
- Therapeutic touch - is it effective ?
6
Q
What does AAC stand for ?
A
Alternative and augmentative communication
7
Q
What is AAC
A
Different methods that people with disabilities can communicate with others
8
Q
Examples of AAC
A
Makaton
Visuals
9
Q
Types of therapy that can be used for those with disabilities
A
Art therapy
Play therapy
Music therapy
