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What they say
“Follow the path of the unsafe, independent thinker. Expose your ideas to the
dangers of controversy. Speak your mind and fear less the label of 'crackpot'
than the stigma of conformity. And on issues that seem important to you, stand
up and be counted at any cost”
Thomas J. Watson
Many clients that contact The Sound Learning Centre have volumes of reports detailing the diagnoses by health and educational professionals or authorities. These diagnoses often will be a ‘label’, such as Dyslexia, ADHD, Asperger’s Syndrome or Autism. However, these all-encompassing catch-all diagnoses can never adequately describe the way a person experiences day-to-day life. Furthermore, many of these conditions have been classified as ‘incurable’. It is rare that practical ways forward are suggested, so that people are often left on their own to find ways to cope better in life.
"If you have an instinctive feeling that things are not right, then trust your instinct"
For many people it can be a blow to come home with such a diagnosis, thinking that they suddenly have been ‘re-classified’ as being disabled in some way. An official diagnosis, however, may provide some clarity and form the basis of obtaining additional support from health, educational or local authorities.
At The Sound Learning Centre we do not diagnose such conditions, but we do test and observe actual behaviour and sensory responses. We look in great detail at the hearing, vision and developmental maturity of a person and suggest ways in which specific areas can be helped or developed further. From personal experience we know that changes in the way the senses receive and process external stimuli often lead to significant improvements and through this novel approach ability, behaviour and performance can be changed. Thus we bypass the official diagnosis and tackle measurable and observable elements of the sensory systems in order to effect change beyond the label.
"Inform yourself, ask questions, challenge opinions and then make up your own mind"
On the pages in this “What they say” section of the website you will find more information on a number of key conditions which limit performance and quality of life together with guidance on what may lie behind these particular conditions.
Suggestion
Inform yourself and learn as much as you can about the particular condition that has been diagnosed. Prepare yourself prior to seeing a professional by making a list of questions. If you come across jargon you do not understand, insist on a clear explanation in language you do understand. Ask for copies of test results. Compile a dossier with all notes and reports.
Most importantly, do not accept just a diagnosis, as that in itself does not help. Ask what can be done practically to improve daily life, what support they can offer and how to go about getting it.
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We hope these pages will inspire you to see these diagnoses in a new light and discover practical ways forward.
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What you see. We describe observable behaviour and conditions and provide indications to what these may be linked to. |
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What's behind it. We explain how the senses and other systems can be the underlying causes of many of the difficulties. |
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How we help. We provide useful advice and effective interventions that have helped many children and adults over the years. |
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Next steps. If anything you read here relates to your particular situation, you will find guidance here on what you can do next. |
We offer a confidential, no obligation, free telephone consultation – simply call us on 020 – 8882 1060.