Cadabams in Bangalore offers urgent support for children facing SLD (Specific Learning Disability) emergencies, addressing situations where emotional or behavioral issues escalate. While learning disabilities alone may not lead to emergencies, they can contribute to serious issues if a child feels frustrated, embarrassed, or mistreated due to their challenges. In cases involving self-harm, aggression, or significant distress, our team of psychologists, psychiatrists, and special educators work together to assess the child’s needs. We provide therapeutic interventions, medication if needed, and individualized support plans to help the child manage their emotions and develop positive coping skills for long-term growth.
Usually, learning disabilities may not cause an emergency situation but would require special educators and other teams of professionals to devise and implement an Individualized Education Program (IEP) for the child to gradually improve their academic skills. However, having an SLD can impact how the child feels about themself and how others respond to them. Moreover, it could be a serious situation if the child is being a victim of abuse or negligence by the caregivers, is at risk of self-harm or other harm, or is acting out or showing other behavioural problems such as aggression in response to frustration or embarrassment, etc.
Professionals such as psychologists and psychiatrists can explore the reasons for the child’s behaviours and emotional responses, identify any other mental health disorder if present, and provide therapy (psychologists or therapists) or medications (psychiatrists) to help them overcome or manage the issues.
The family could be aware of any signs of the child reacting emotionally or behaviourally to feelings such as frustration or embarrassment. They could check in with the child to see how they are coping up, to show understanding and compassion, and to ensure they are not being mistreated in school or other areas because of their SLD.
You may contact a psychiatrist or a psychologist in case the child is engaging in self-harm or other harm, a therapist or psychologist if they are having emotional or behavioural issues, or a special educator if they need more support in their learning journey.