Parents must become informed on the many ramifications of dyslexia and attention deficit disorders in order to insure their child obtains proper intervention and support in the academic world. Historically, less than 5% of dyslexics are properly identified in the systems, and, when identified, the intervention given in the public education system may not be appropriate or effective. The only other group of disabilities that the public education sector has a higher documented failure rate with are the severely emotionally disturbed. Yet, when proper remedial techniques are applied, the dyslexic/ADD does not have to have learning disabilities and can be highly successful.

Parents must be aware of their role in developing proper behavioral skills, good self-concepts, good social attitudes, good interpersonal relations, work ethics, etc. Dyslexic/ADD children do not just require different teaching techniques to learn academics, but also "learn differently" at home. "Tried and true" parenting techniques may not work for the dyslexic/ADD child. Parents need to learn how dyslexia/ADD is affecting their child, and learn effective techniques to teach their child how to become an independent, responsible person.

Parents also must be aware of the dyslexic/ADD's more fragile biochemistry and the impact of allergies and diets on their abilities and moods. Workshops are available through Hardman and Associates.

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