Monthly Discussion - Learning, Grades and Homework: What Lies Beneath in the Brain Development of Children with Early Life Stressors

A brief introduction to the neurological impact of early trauma and its effect on the development of the brain. While we can't really look at the brain, there are common delays or deficits and learning difficulties that can present in children from early adversity, including adopted and foster children. Hopefully through this talk, parents will begin to think like a scientist to tease out the interplay of trauma and learning difficulties, and find the right help for the child.  We will also introduce the various types of professionals involved in a child's learning challenges and discuss approaches to collaborate with the school in supporting their child's learning and emotional well being.

Speaker: Dr. Minna Chau is a US-trained clinical child psychologist who has more than 10 years of experience working with Special Educational Needs students in schools. She further obtained training in school neuropsychology to equip her to evaluate neurological disabilities such as Autism Spectrum Disorders, ADHD, as well as specific learning disabilities.

This event is open for all parents and caregivers, waiting and prospective parents, adult adoptees, professionals and students.

Seating is limited, and pre-registration is required.

•This meeting is FREE FOR CURRENT AFHK MEMBERS;
•100HKD for non-members or lapsed members (or see below to join/renew and attend this event for FREE). Payment required in advance.
•DATE: Friday, September 19, 2014
•TIME: Please arrive at 12.20 for a 12.30 start - 2 pm. You are welcome to bring your own lunch and beverage.
•LOCATION: Central District Kai-Fong Welfare Association, 1/F, 1 Gough Street, Central (More easily accessible from the Sheung Wan MTR - please allow enough time to walk from the station).
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