Kerstin Potter says, "Handedness is considered to be inborn, not learned — therefore, 'training handedness' is really working against the natural development of a child and places stress on the developing brain." Dr. Shaw agrees. "Although 'switching' handedness for writing is possible, it is generally recommended to allow the child to use whichever hand he/she prefers." She adds, "Being left-handed is not a handicap, just a normal variant."