Introduction
During the first year of life upon the condition of the normal process of growth, the primary reflexes are developed into the postural reflex system. Nevertheless, in the case of some deviations, there may be problems with the motor or cognitive abilities in the future.
The most common symptoms of the asymmetrical tonic neck reflex (ATNR) are poor hand-eye coordination, problems with the motor apparatus, bad control of the balance, and bilateral integration. For newborns, the ATNR makes itself evident at the fact that they turn their head to one side.
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These problems become especially evident during the process of study when the differences between a child with certain deviations and his healthy peers are obvious. The process of studying is more complicated for those children because they have definite problems in reading and cognitive perception. It goes without saying that these children demand special attention.
The children with the asymmetrical tonic neck reflex disorder are more likely to have difficulties with writing. This difficulty is caused by their poor control of limbs. Sometimes it is difficult for them to write on the definite side of the page. In the majority of cases, there is a divergence between their writing skills and oral speech. For instance, a child has good communication skills, but it is difficult for him to express his thoughts in a written form.
The most striking instance of such a disorder may be observed when a child, in order to focus his attention on a definite object, turns all his body in this direction. This example illustrates the bilateral integration disorder. Due to the bad visual tracking, such a child is likely to have difficulties in the reading activity. In the process of reading such child as usual follows the lines with his finger. In case of his sudden interruption, he is likely to lose the necessary paragraph in the book.
These children have problems with balance control. Every studying activity demands a lot of time and effort from these children. Sometimes they are characterized by the lack of concentration caused by the problems of the eyes movements.
It is obvious that these children demand a special attitude. It is understood that in the complicated cases of the disorder, the special education program should be implemented and the child should be taught in the specialized educational establishment under the care of the professionals.
If the form of this disorder is not complicated and a child attends a comprehensive school, it is strictly forbidden to emphasize the attention on his illness. The teacher should take into consideration all the aspects of the disease, and in any case, not to admonish such a pupil because of the bad results in studying.
In both cases, the consultation of the specialist is required. It is of great importance to create a friendly environment for this child and not to focus the attention on his disorder.
Conclusion
Moreover, last time there exist a great number of medical centers, which propose different methods of treatment of this disorder. The major part of these methods is based on physical exercises. The correct choice of the proper method will reduce to a minimum the consequence of the disease. The role of the family is also very important for the creation of a friendly atmosphere.