I'm not sure what 'cognitive processing disorder' means -

Here are something I found on Google
http://www.ldinfo.com/cpi1.htm

But apparently this is far from a 'standard phrase' and I'd encourage you to ask the Psychologist to give 'more details' and suggest ways that this can be remediated or possible work arounds.

As far as the IEP goes, remember that you don't have to sign anythign at the meeting. For me it went better if DH and I made a pact that we weren't going to sign anything in 'real time' and that we'd give it at least a week to sink in before we signed anything.

It's hard that your child's father is out of state. Is there anyone else (Friend, cousin, clergy) who would be willing to put on 'dress up clothes' and come with you? Just having a neutral person there can be very very helpful in keeping you in 'listening mode.'

You child is indeed gifted. It sounds like exceptionally gifted is a good descriptor. Is there more to the story? It's so hard to know. Time will probably be only way to get more answers. While you wait, it's ok to ask us about the social skills problems, and try to get the educational environment to fit as well as possible.

It's hard to just go day by day with a kid with a 'big giant head, and a tiny little neck' but in the long run, that's really our only choice.

Love and More Love,
Grinity



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