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IT LOOKS DIFFERENT IN GIRLS...  Do you recognize the signs of learning disabilities and attention deficit disorders in girls?

• Becomes quiet and withdrawn
• Is reluctant to make new friends
• Stops participating in classroom and other activities
• Is a perfectionist
• Unable to balance academic pusuits with social and recreational activities
• Anxious and displays physical symptions related to school (stomach aches/ headaches)
• Reluctant to go to school
• Avoids doing homework

Since they do not exhibit disruptive behaviors, girls with learning disabilities and attention disorders typically do not get referred to appropriate educational suppport services until much later than boys.  Unaddressed learning disabilities and attention disorders in girls can lead to the following:

• Academic failure, under achievement and increased dropout rates
• Low self-esteem, anxiety, depression
• Impulsive sexual behavior that leads to teen pregnancy and STD's
• Drug and alcohol abuse/addiction
• Involvement in the court system
• Difficulties with personal relationships
• Inability to maintain employment
• Inaccurate diagnosis and subsequent treatment as depression

Call (585) 263-3323 and ask for Project Connect or e-mail us at projectconnect@LDARochester.org