Can't follow instructions
Behaviour
Your client is can't follow instructions no matter how important.
It seems your client can never do what they are told. You've told them many times but they never seem to follow the instructions. This can be with written or spoken instructions. Sometimes, it is about things to do later or things to do immediately.
People with dyslexia struggle with long chains of instructions because of limits on the speed of processing. People with a learning disability may struggle with understanding the content of what you're saying.
Someone with dyslexia is still processing the first instruction while you're already on the second one. If they had more time, they would understand perfectly.
Difficulty
Your client may have problems with reading notes, sequencing, understanding time or following instructions.
People with dyslexia struggle with long chains of instructions because of limits on the speed of processing. Someone with dyslexia is still processing the first instruction while you're already on the second one.
Related difficulties
Strategies
Give clear, short directions, Give extra time to process, Visual supports.
Other strategies include:
- Give clear, short directions
- Give extra time to process
- Visual supports
- Ask to repeat instructions
Give clear, short directions
Give instructions one step at a time. Don't bunch up your directions. Check understanding before moving on to the next instruction.
Give extra time to process
This strategy can be implemented in many ways. The key is to give people with processing difficulties more time to understand and respond. Don't rush people or jump in to explain something you just said simply because a person is not responding. They may just need longer to process.
Visual supports
Visual supports use images, symbols, or diagrams to communicate information. They can help people understand what is expected, what will happen, or how to complete tasks.
Ask to repeat instructions
One of the most useless questions you can ask is "Do you understand?" They will probably say "yes" to please you. Instead, check for understanding by asking them to explain or repeat.