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Classroom accommodations for slow processing speed (Understood)

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Understood.org (Amanda Morin)

Educator- and family-friendly guide to classroom accommodations for slow processing speed, with concrete strategies for instructions, testing, and organization; Spanish option available. Downloadable lists and related 504/IEP resources support advocacy.

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Who it's for

  • Ages 6–12

For caregiver, educator, parent

What it covers

  • Dyslexia
  • Learning disability
  • Dysgraphia
  • Autism
  • ADHD
  • School accommodations
  • Executive function
  • Assessment and screening

ICD-10 codes

  • F81.0Specific Learning Disorder with Impairment in Reading
  • F81.81Specific Learning Disorder with Impairment in Written Expression
  • F84.0Autism Spectrum Disorder
  • F90.0ADHD, Predominantly Inattentive Presentation
  • F90.2ADHD, Combined Presentation

Good to know

Languages
English, Spanish
Where it helps
School team, Handout to family
Disciplines
Special education, Educational advocacy

Listings are selected for fit with a neuroaffirming approach. They are not medical advice and not an endorsement of any provider.