Parents of children with dys learning difficulties face major hurdles in accessing care, with 94% encountering obstacles and many waiting over a year for support.
High rate of access issues
For families of children with specific learning difficulties, often referred to as "dys" disorders, accessing appropriate care is frequently a difficult and frustrating process. A recent survey found that 94 percent of parents have faced at least one obstacle in securing the help their children need.Delays and giving up
Almost 40 percent of parents waited at least one year before their child could start receiving care. Some parents give up due to financial constraints, and the challenges at school can significantly impact a child’s self-esteem, highlighting the need for earlier and more accessible support.Finding the right support
For parents of children with dyslexia, dyspraxia, or other specific learning disorders, identifying the problem is often just the first step. They must then locate qualified professionals, schedule appointments, and afford the necessary care, which can be a complex and lengthy process.Survey findings
According to the "FFDys x Poppins" survey, conducted by OpinionWay among 3,534 parents of children with dys disorders and 332 affected adults, 94 percent of parents reported encountering at least one barrier in accessing care. This highlights the widespread nature of the issue.Main challenges identified
The lack of available appointments with professionals is the most frequently cited problem, mentioned by 73 percent of parents. Long waiting times and insufficient information follow, affecting 51 percent and 43 percent of respondents respectively.Impact of delays
The consequences of these delays are clear: 38 percent of parents whose child is or has been receiving care waited at least one year between the initial request for an appointment and the start of treatment. Additionally, 24 percent of surveyed parents still have no available care solution for their child.
