What are language-based reading and writing disabilities?
Language-based reading and writing disabilities affect school-age children, adolescents and adults. These individuals may struggle with some or all of the following:
- listening comprehension
- acquiring and using new vocabulary
- expressing oneself
- sounding out words
- rhyming words
- spelling
- reading without effort
- retelling events orally or in writing
- understanding what is read
- using the mechanics of writing (punctuation, capitalization)
- communicating through writing at school and work
What is the evaluation procedure?
Comprehensive evaluations are conducted to determine the nature and severity of reading and writing disabilities. Prior to the evaluation, an intake form requesting pertinent information regarding language development, reading abilities and writing skills needs to be completed. In addition, school reports, when appropriate, may be requested to assist in planning the most comprehensive and useful evaluation.
The evaluation is scheduled for two-to-four hours over one or two days. At the close of the evaluation, a clinical faculty member will discuss options for treatment if recommended.
What type of treatment do we provide?
Therapy programs are developed to help individuals improve their unique needs in reading and writing. Efforts are made to integrate the individual’s educational curriculum into therapy. Frequency of therapy services ranges from once a week to multiple sessions a week.
We also offer a number of UCF Reading Programs.
