Thousands of students have been misdiagnosed with Learning Disabilities (LD) and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) because the screening method currently used by schools nationwide is not effective, a study has found. "The test designed by the ministry is in paper form with a list of behaviours to be ticked off by teachers. "There is a shortage of child psychologists and special education teachers who have the expertise to identify children with special needs in Thai schools," she said. "In addition, LD and ADHD students are not required to take O-Net [standardised national test]. Ms Daranee said ICER now plans to propose an amendment to the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act to cover not only people with physical disabilities but also those who are suffering from LD and ADHD.

Source: Bangkok Post May 22, 2018 20:37 UTC