by Dr. Garforth | Apr 10, 2025 | Advocacy
Living with a learning disability presents unique challenges that can persist from childhood into adulthood. While some individuals navigate these obstacles successfully, others find daily tasks overwhelming. Understanding the traits that contribute to success in...
by Dr. Garforth | Apr 10, 2025 | Advocacy
Albert Einstein was a brilliant man who made many scientific discoveries, and he attributes his success to his perseverance. He once said, “It’s not that I’m so smart, it’s just that I stay with problems longer.” As infants, everyone seems to have an incredible work...
by Dr. Garforth | Oct 31, 2019 | Advocacy, Learning Disabilities
In life, I think it is very easy to judge a book by its cover. Many people see me and my story as a success story, and by all means, it is. I am a successful dyslexic, but I am still a dyslexic. Every day I still struggle with various aspects of my dyslexia. Dyslexia...
by Dr. Garforth | Feb 26, 2019 | Advocacy, Learning Disabilities
Before talking about disability awareness, it is necessary to discuss self-awareness: not only is an individual more than their disability, disability awareness is an extension of self-awareness. It is crucial for an individual with a disability to have...
by Dr. Garforth | Dec 9, 2018 | Advocacy, Parents
Knowing how to advocate for your child is an essential skill for any parent, especially for parents with a child who has medical needs or special needs. Children do not come with owners manuals, so it is nice to find a step by step guide on how to become a successful...
by Dr. Garforth | Nov 20, 2018 | Advocacy, Parents
Advocacy is a crucial skill for parents of exceptional children to learn. The best way to ensure your child gets them the support they need in life is to advocate for them and to teach them how to self-advocate. Here is a link to the first of a series of three guest...
