Is boarding school a good option for a special needs kid?
Rebecca: I have worked with many families over the years, and naturally, the first choice for almost everyone is to find a workable solution so that the child can remain with the family for as long as possible. But there are times when it is to the detriment of the child. Again, it depends on the need, but it breaks my heart to see kids who struggle needlessly in international settings where there is no support, no specialized instruction, or insufficient support. Feeling unsuccessful day after day can have a profound negative effect on a child. I work with many families who have children struggling with the academic complications of ADHD, learning differences, psychological, behavioral, and/or emotional problems. I know that these needs may never be met in the international location, and yet could be addressed beautifully and successfully in a specialized educational or therapeutic setting. It can literally change or save a child’s life. So sometimes it is in the best interest of the
