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Understanding Short Term Memory In Children

by Madonna_Jeffries

Did you know that it is not just adults who suffer from short
term memory loss our children do also? Short term memory loss is
quite prevalent amongst children who have low self esteem or
suffer from a lack of self confidence. It is also a fact that
children who have hearing or site problems are also potential
sufferers of memory problems. Unlike adult short term memory
sufferers, young children with the same problem are often quite
unaware that they have a problem so it is important that the
child�s carer monitor their situation.

Short Term Memory and Learning Difficulties

There have been countless scientific studies conducted which
have explored the connection between language and speech
development problems and short term memory skills in children.
Many of these studies have found that there is indeed a
connection between problems with short term memory in children
and the way these particular children progress their speaking,
reading and learning skills.

Treatment Options

As is the case with many mental problems there is not one single
remedy for the treatment of loss of short term memory in
children. The most effective way you, as a parent, can help your
child improve their short term memory is to combine a number of
well documented techniques to help improve the retention of what
they are learning.

First of all it is important that your child is both mentally
and physically active and that they interact with other children.
These days a lot of children spend literally hour upon hour
sitting in front of a computer playing games or chatting on the
web. While using the computer is generally quite educational and
useful there are other activities which are likely to be more
effective with assisting in the improvement of short term memory
in children.

A great way of improving short term memory in children is to
encourage them to participate in a range of games and activities
that have been specifically developed to stimulate the child�s
mind. These games and activities are not necessarily expensive or
complex and include doing crosswords, jigsaw puzzles, match the
picture cards as well as other trivia games. Children of all ages
can participate and on the whole they find these style of games
quite enjoyable and stimulating.

As a parent you should be mindful that problems with short term
memory in children can often be an indicator of a more serious
problem which could possibly require medical attention.  A number
of studies have identified that some children who suffer problems
with memory loss can in fact be suffering from a form of
dementia.  This does not mean you should go in to an instant
panic, but you definitely need to follow through with a medical
examination if you notice your child is difficulties in this
area.

If you notice that your child is continually forgetful or for no
apparent reason has a marked deterioration in their school work
you are encouraged to take your child to see your doctor as soon
as possible so that they can have a check up to ensure that
nothing more serious is wrong with their health.

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