How to Manage Dyscalculia?

How to manage Dyscalculia?

Before we dive into the topic of “How to manage Dyscalculia”, let us first define what it is. Dyscalculia is a disability that makes it difficult for a student to learn arithmetic, such as difficulties understanding numbers, manipulating numbers, or performing mathematical calculations. A person with this disability has difficulty interpreting numeric symbols and performing arithmetic operations such as adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing. It is difficult for children with dyscalculia to do mental math or work with abstract ideas, and these children struggle to finish their assignments and homework.

Children with Dyscalculia exhibit different signs and symptoms and it is more apparent when they start learning math. But just as with most learning disabilities, Dyscalculia can lead to children feeling embarrassed or frustrated. In addition to causing problems at school, dyscalculia can hinder the child’s daily life, since math is ubiquitous in our daily lives, such as telling the time, counting money, etc.

How to manage Dyscalculia?

Although it may be difficult to outgrow dyscalculia, we can definitely try our best to conquer it!

1: Seek professional help:

A professional practitioner has experience with many children suffering from variations of Dyscalculia. They will be able to conduct in- depth analysis on a child and provide strategies to cope with it. You can get in touch with Empowerkidz to seek any help regarding Dyscalculia.

2:Using multi-sensory strategies:

Math practice and learning shouldn’t feel like homework; interactive math games that are focused more on their daily lives and not their school life will help children gain a better understanding of math and become more confident. Here’s an example, ask them what time it is, or play a game of finding numbers on the street.

3:Don’t be afraid to use technology for assistance:

There are so many math problem solving apps that include puzzles which are very interactive and fun to use that will help children with Dyscalculia boost their math skills in a fun and non intimidating way. 

4: Be observant:

Inorder to fully assist a child with Dyscalculia, we must always be observant and take notes of when and where the child is facing difficulties. This can help identify the exact patterns and issues that need to be worked on. 

5: Focus on trial and error:

Everybody makes mistakes, but what counts is learning from those mistakes. Trial and error are the ingredients of math practice, because most students do not get the answer right away, so taking their time to understand the steps to solving the problem is okay.

Even though Dyscalculia is a lifelong problem but with regular treatment and therapy a child will be able to cope with the symptoms and live a healthy and successful life. 

If you think your child is suffering from Dyscalculia. We can help you clear all your doubts and find solutions. Get in touch with Dr. Anupma Sethi at +1-669-900-2315