I have a 13 years old daughter whose IQ is 90. When she was 3 we found that she learns later than other her fellows. She has short term memory.
Physicians believed that at her maturity the problem would be solved but no improvement happened. I don’t know what to do. Any idea?
2006-08-15 07:25:37 · 25 answers · asked by h_sh 1 in Health ➔ Mental Health
yeah, first and foremost, don't call her stupid. find something that she's good at. help her with extra studying, but make it fun otherwise it won't stick
2006-08-22 22:42:53 · answer #1 · answered by phe_03 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
90 is in the low average range, but it is still an average IQ, more or less. I think the general average is 96-106, so dont feel too bad.
An IQ is not exactly something that can be raised easily.
However, give her loads of books, with bigger words, and also give her cross word puzzles, word searches, and logic puzzle books, to help stimulate her brain some. It might go up a bit.
It also depends on what age range the test was FOR. If she took a test designed for an adult, she might score a little lower than she should.
A low IQ is not a "problem" nor does it make someone stupid. Its just a persons ability to use logic and solve problems. Many people who have a high IQ are pretty dumb, anyways, so dont make too much out of it. Also, massage can help too. Try finding a good massage therapist. Regular massages can really help people to solve puzzles and problems accurately, faster than adults who do not get regular massage. (there have been studies done on this). Exercise and a more nutritious diet might also help, too!
Good Luck!!!!
2006-08-15 14:36:12 · answer #2 · answered by ♥ Krista ♥ 4 · 3⤊ 0⤋
IQ tests measure several things, like problem solving ability, critical thinking skills, and logical reasoning. These all have a place in intelligence, but it doesn't define a person. There are other ways to define a person that have nothing to do with test scores. What are her talents, what are her dreams, what personality traits does she have that make a positive impact on others? Focus on this to build her self-esteem.
Also, remember that the brain is constantly developing in some ways. Both physical activities (walking, swimming, bicycling) and mental activities (wordfind puzzles, jigsaw puzzles, reading) help to create new synapses, or connections, in the brain, which improve ones ability to think properly. So keep her busy!
2006-08-22 04:19:00 · answer #3 · answered by abby normal 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
did you say your daughter's IQ is a 90? That is within the average range! If she does have other problems, she needs to be taught at a slower pace, on an individual level. Perhaps in a resource room setting
2006-08-15 14:37:41 · answer #4 · answered by TP 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
If her IQ really is 90, then she's normal. 90 IQ is in the "average" range. She should be fine. Keep her in school. She should be able to easily finish high school with that IQ, and definitely should not be in "slow learning" classes. Don't set low expectations.
2006-08-23 11:11:54 · answer #5 · answered by frank d 4 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Hello friend,
I have a beautiful son that has HFA/Aspergers Autism . He can remember many many things he has a lot of trouble with recall. I know that sounds like I am talking aout of both ends but it works like this.
The Back part of your brain is the computer. The front part is social. The back part of my sons brain works VERY well! So could your daughters! But the front part of his brain witch is social. Doesn't ! But that is the part that fires back and gives the commads to speak or produce information. So it would be like have to use only commands on your computer. If you could not type in all the correct commands you could not unlock all the saved files! EVEN IF YOU HAVE THEM IN THERE!! So we have learned that he works well with Pecs. It is a way of learning with pictures. This helps his brain fire correctly. Which helps his expressive and receptive thinking! What goes in and what comes out! Maybe we could talk more. This way of learning is not only good for autism it helps a lot of children who struggle!!!
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2006-08-23 09:19:45 · answer #6 · answered by sngbrd 1 · 2⤊ 0⤋
When the time comes for college, Boston University's College of General Studies does a wonderful job with the learning disabled or those who have less than average intelligence.
In the meantime, a good public or private high school can work wonders for her.
2006-08-20 23:40:54 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
90 is only one standard deviation below 100, 100 being the middle. She isn't THAT slow.
Why not just get her a little extra help in school? Maybe hire her a tutor who is skilled with special needs kids?
Whatever you do, don't let her know you think she is slow. If she thinks she's normal, she's got much better chances at success.
2006-08-23 10:22:28 · answer #8 · answered by Funchy 6 · 3⤊ 0⤋
An IQ of 90 isn't very low. Try to to encourage her. Talk to a counselor.
2006-08-15 15:13:45 · answer #9 · answered by content315 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
ENCOURAGEMENT. Constant, continual reward for trying to learn new things and for sticking with the tough stuff in school. Help her remember that she's slow, not stupid. (Not in those words, of course. You'll know as her parent what to say.) A person is only dumb if they don't bother to improve themselves.
My older brother-in-law has severe dyslexia, with mixed dominance.He would never have graduated from high school without his mother's championing him and his abilities. He went to college, got a degree, and now at 35 is starting a new career--by going to graduate school to become a minister. Yeah, he's a little conceited, but one has to admit that without that conceit, he'd still be working at Taco Bell...
2006-08-15 14:34:21 · answer #10 · answered by Angela M 6 · 3⤊ 0⤋
I'm acquainted with 2 Mensa - level people (IQ 140-150 and above) both of whom are nearly social misfits. So don't let low IQ issues bother you excessively.
2006-08-23 09:57:10 · answer #11 · answered by Beejee 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋