Home | How It Works | Stats Login | Register         Case: Doesn't Respond to Name One of my students does not respond when her name is called. I have to tap the student in order to get her attention. I discussed my observation with the parent and asked if they had noticed this and what could be the cause of it? They replied that nothing is wrong with the child, I just must not be saying it loud enough or perhaps there is too much going on around the student. However, even when I am only a foot behind the student saying her name, she still does not seem to hear me. What should I do? Solution: (Rates are posted for this solution!) I think it could be one of two issues. If it is a hearing issue, I would suggest to the parents to get the student tested. It could be however that the student doesn't identify with their name. I would ask the student what they would like to be called, and if they like their name. It may be that they have a preference for another name or nickname. Perhaps their friends call them something different away from the eyes of adults.