Problems with visual spatial skills could be an indication
of dyspraxia. As an Occupational Therapist he would
probably be working with dyspraxic children it could
perhaps be an advantage to have a first hand appreciation
of some of the problems involved. It would be useful to
find out in what practical ways the student is affected -
can he tell left from right, for example (might be a
problem in the job if he can't). But it would then be
advisable discuss these issues with a tutor / occupational
therapist.
On Fri, 27 Jul 2001 10:56:24 +0100 Annette Davidson
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> Hi,
>
> wonder if anyone can help. I have an Occupational Therapy
> student who has recently seen an Educational Psychologist for a
> dyslexia assessment. He does have dyslexia, and during testing
> was also found to have difficulties with visual spatial skills. The Ed
> Psych suggested he think seriously about Occupational Therapy
> as a career. I have little knowledge of the subject area and my
> contact in the department has recently left so has anyone any
> suggestions about who could give some impartial advice? The
> student is pretty upset but also doesn't want to set himself up for
> failure if there are insurmountable barriers. He has just completed
> his first placement and it was his placement supervisor who
> suggested dyslexia testing.
>
> Thanks
> ANNETTE DAVIDSON
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