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Is Counseling Recommended For ADD And Dyslexia?

I have a 12 year-ol who has been diagnosed as ADD, he also has dyslexia. Todate he has been well-behaved at school however recently his behaviour has deteriorated to the point where the teacher is suggesting counselling, do you think this is appropriate?
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thanks for your question. with ADD and DYSLEXIA with deteriorating behaviour now does mandate counselling. it will help understand child's problems also some corrective steps can be taken in right direction which will help him to improve his performance.
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Is Counseling Recommended For ADD And Dyslexia?

thanks for your question. with ADD and DYSLEXIA with deteriorating behaviour now does mandate counselling. it will help understand child s problems also some corrective steps can be taken in right direction which will help him to improve his performance.