- Crisis Counselling
- Pastoral Counselling
- Spiritual Counselling
- Family Therapy
- Couples Therapy
- Forensic Psychology
- Mood Disorders
- Anxiety Disorders
- Eating Disorders
- Pain Management
- Substance Abuse
- Addictions
- Learning Problems in Children
- Mediation
- Psychometric Testing
- Career Counselling
- Industrial Psychology
Dr Adelbert Scholtz
Christian Counselling Psychologist
HPCSA Number: PS 58157
Practice Number: 8639663
Gender: Male
Languages: Afrikaans, English, German
& Dutch
Range of Fees: According to the tariff
structure of medical aid funds; 15%
discount for cash payments
Consulting Rooms:
67 Brookside Village
Schapenberg Road
SOMERSET WEST
(Behind Vergelegen Medi-Clinic)
Phone for appointments:
021 852 6978 / 083 583 1476
E-mail:
adelbertscholtz@hotmail.com
Learning Problems in Children
What are the learning problems in children?
Learning problems or disabilities are a broad term to describe various learning disorders in children that inhibit their ability to learn optimally. Children with learning disabilities are not lazy, nor do they lack intelligence; their brains are simply rewired differently from others. It’s this difference that affects the way they acquire and process information.
Adults and children with learning disabilities often hear, see and interpret things differently. As a result, the shift in cognitive processes leads to issues with understanding new information and learning new skills. For example, children with learning disabilities may have issues with mathematics, writing, reading, speaking, listening and reasoning.
What are the signs of learning disabilities in children?
General signs include the following, and may vary in each case, depending on the child’s age:
- Trouble pronouncing words
- Issues with rhyming
- Struggle learning letters of the alphabet, recognising different shapes and colours
- Issues with following directions and learning specific routines
- Slow to pick up new skills
- Trouble telling the time and understanding sequences
- Poor handwriting and organisational skills
The above-mentioned are general signs and require an official diagnosis from a qualified professional like Dr Adelbert Scholtz. This professional guidance is crucial as it can provide reassurance and a clear path forward for parents and educators, helping them to better understand and support the child.
ADHD, a common condition among children, often presents with hyperactivity. These children struggle with maintaining focus and find it challenging to stay quiet for extended periods.
How does a psychologist, with their specialised knowledge, contribute to the treatment of learning difficulties in children?
A psychologist identifies the underlying issues and develops tailored strategies to address these deficits, fostering the growth of new skills and abilities. In some cases, an occupational therapist may also be part of the treatment plan.