Video: Should I get my child evaluated? Advice from a mom (and expert)

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Lots of families feel nervous about the idea of an evaluation. If you’re thinking about getting your child evaluated, hear from Ellen Braaten, PhD. She’s a pediatric neuropsychologist. She’s also a mom.

Braaten talks about the benefits of evaluations. She shares her experiences of evaluating kids. And she explains how she felt about having her son evaluated when he was in first grade.

Should I wait to get my preschooler evaluated?
Q. My daughter is in preschool and is having a tough time following directions and participating in circle time. Is that common for kids this age? Is it too early to request an evaluation? A. Theres no right time to request an evaluation and preschool isnt too early. If youre on the fence, there ar
Q. My daughter is in preschool and is having a tough time following directions and participating in circle time. Is that common for kids this age? Is it too early to request an evaluation? A. Theres no right time to request an evaluation and preschool isnt too early. If youre on the fence, there ar
What to say if your child is nervous about getting evaluated for special education
- Some kids feel anxious or scared about getting evaluated. - It helps to be up-front about whats happening and why. - Talking about the process is a good opportunity to help your child start thinking about learning differences in a positive way. Getting your child evaluated is a big step. It c
- Some kids feel anxious or scared about getting evaluated. - It helps to be up-front about whats happening and why. - Talking about the process is a good opportunity to help your child start thinking about learning differences in a positive way. Getting your child evaluated is a big step. It c
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How do schools and families decide if a child needs an evaluation? Get tips to help decide if now is the right time or if you should wait. How do schools decide if a child needs an evaluation for special education? And what role do families play? This episode of Understood Explains focuses on the

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Should I wait to get my preschooler evaluated?

Q. My daughter is in preschool and is having a tough time following directions and participating in circle time. Is that common for kids this age? Is it too early to request an evaluation? A. Theres no right time to request an evaluation and preschool isnt too early. If youre on the fence, there ar

What to say if your child is nervous about getting evaluated for special education

- Some kids feel anxious or scared about getting evaluated. - It helps to be up-front about whats happening and why. - Talking about the process is a good opportunity to help your child start thinking about learning differences in a positive way. Getting your child evaluated is a big step. It c

Understood Explains Season 1

How to decide if your child needs a special education evaluation

How do schools and families decide if a child needs an evaluation? Get tips to help decide if now is the right time or if you should wait. How do schools decide if a child needs an evaluation for special education? And what role do families play? This episode of Understood Explains focuses on the

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