ARE YOU CONCERNED about your School Aged Child?
Sometimes it is when a child starts school that parents/caregivers and teachers become concerned about their development. Concerns that may arise include:
Difficulties with language/communication:
- Not able to follow directions
- Seems to take a long time to process information
- Not able to carry on a simple conversation
Difficulties with academic learning:
- Early academic skills (math, reading or printing/writing)
- Paying attention and focussing
- Holding a pencil, printing and other fine motor tasks
- Planning and organizational skills that consistently get in the way of completing age-appropriate tasks
Difficulties with Social Interactions:
- Eye contact
- Not able to read social cues
- Use of non-verbal communication (gestures)
- Playing too aggressively or controlling the play without flexibility
- Social withdrawal
Difficulties with Emotional Well-Being:
- Worrying that gets in the way of doing everyday tasks and activities
- Poor sleeping
- Social withdrawal
- Emotional reactivity and sudden, unpredictable changes in mood
- Complaining about physical health when nothing is wrong
Difficulties with day-to-day routines:
- Toileting
- Excessive pickiness and limited food preferences
- Transitions and changes in routines
- Engaging in routines or behaviours that are repetitive
If you are concerned:
Talk to your family doctor or pediatrician. Talk to your child’s teachers, school support staff and/or school counselor.
Meeting with a professional to discuss your concerns may provide clarity on the issues and next steps for assessment and/or intervention.
Contact our clinic, as we would be happy to provide consultation and assessment as needed.