Is your child struggling in school? Wondering if they may have a learning disability? Pediatrician Dr. Cindy Gellner explains that there is a difference between a learning barrier and a legitimate ...

Not all children learn at the same speed or through the same ways, but persistent challenges with reading, writing, and mathematics may warrant testing for a learning disability. Learning disabilities ...

Some parents and teachers correlate bad grades with the child being a bad student, but that’s not always the case. “Learning disabilities can manifest themselves in many different ways,” says Dr.

Caroline Richter, Ph.D., assistant professor in the University of Alabama at Birmingham’s Department of Psychology, says learning disabilities are common, and there are many ways for parents to ...

Sue O'Neill is affiliated with the Special Education and Inclusive Research Group at UNSW Iva Strnadová is affiliated with the Special and Inclusive Research Group at the School of Education, UNSW.

Intellectual disabilities affect a child’s ability to learn and function at levels considered typical for their age. Learning disabilities affect a child’s ability to master specific skills, like ...

As a teacher, you want all of your students to reach their academic potential. However, not everyone learns at the same pace or in the same way. That means you need to be prepared to provide ...

Nonverbal learning disorder (NVLD), also known as nonverbal learning disability, is a neurological condition which typically emerges during childhood but can persist through adulthood. It is marked by ...

Uncovering your child's unique strengths can empower you to advocate for the best learning environment so they can experience success. If you're a parent, you've probably been to countless ...

Children born in December are almost twice as likely to be diagnosed with a learning disorder as those born in January in school districts with a December 31 cut-off date. ADHD was found not to affect ...

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