The didactic part of psychodidactic diagnosis

Didactic diagnosis is a process that aims to identify learning difficulties, such as difficulties in reading, writing, reading comprehension, mathematics, or memory. The diagnosis is carried out by a certified didactic diagnostician, and includes a series of tests that assess the child's cognitive and academic abilities.

The psychological part of psychodidactic diagnosis

Psychodidactic diagnosis combines two main aspects:

The didactic part, which examines the subject's learning functions,

The psychological part, which aims to understand the emotional, behavioral, and social state of the subject, as well as his personality characteristics. The psychological part is critical for understanding the emotional and social factors that may affect the child's academic performance, and it provides a broader and more in-depth picture of his overall condition.
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Recommendations in psychodidactic diagnosis

One of the most important parts of a psychodidactic diagnosis is the recommendations. After detailing the results and difficulties found, the diagnosis includes practical recommendations aimed at helping the child cope with the identified challenges. The recommendations are usually divided into two parts: recommendations for parents and recommendations for the educational team. While the recommendations for the educational team focus on educational adjustments and teaching methods, the recommendations for parents often include additional steps that require investigation or treatment outside the school setting.

However, many parents (and sometimes teachers) have difficulty understanding the recommendations or are unsure how to implement them. In this chapter, I will outline the common recommendations in psychodidactic assessment, what they mean, and why it is important to pay attention.

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Diagnosis

ADHD diagnosis is designed to identify difficulties in attention, concentration, and self-control, which may affect the child's functioning in school, at home, and in society. The diagnosis includes a professional assessment by professionals, questionnaires for parents and teachers, and sometimes also computerized tests. The goal of the diagnosis is to understand the child's unique needs and offer customized treatment methods, such as learning strategies, emotional support, or medication if necessary.