Learning Styles and ADD
As a kinesthetic learner, I notice the slightest change in my environment. I may not know what the change is. And, if any of my piles, pens, white boards or sketch pads have been disturbed I know it. I have lots and lots of pens. I have all colors. I have white board pens, permanent marker pens, highlighters. I have my special gel pens. Whoa be unto the thief (in this case my DH) needing paper or pen to write down a phone number from their voice mail.
I’ve heard that individuals with ADHD benefit from having strong visual cues in their environment. I’ve also heard that many individuals with ADHD are visual learners. I didn’t get that these two groups were exclusive. What I understand is these two groups are totally inclusive.
Here’s my question: Wouldn’t it follow that what ever type of learner you are you would notice the slightest stimulus of your learning type? Wouldn’t a visual learner notice the slightest visual nuance? Or am I missing something?
And, what difference does it make? There is great value in know your strengths. Knowing the strengths one has in learning styles is very empowering. That information can be applied to improve abilities in gathering information, processing information and communication. Isn’t that worth knowing?
Can anyone enlighten us about this? If you can, we’d love to hear your insights on ADHD and Learning Styles. Leave your comments.
