Dyslexia and Learning Disability Overview

A learning disability (LD) is a neurological disorder that affects the brain's ability to receive, process, store and respond to information. The term learning disability is used to describe the seeming unexplained difficulty a person of at least average intelligence has in acquiring basic academic skills. These skills are essential for success at school and work, and for coping with life in general. LD is not a single disorder. It is a term that refers to a group of disorders.

Learning disabilities can affect a person's ability in the areas of:

Listening
Speaking
Reading
Writing
Mathematics

A learning disability is not a disease, so there is no cure, but there are ways to overcome the challenges it poses through identification and accommodation.

If trying to diagnose a learning disability or dyslexia in your child - Please consult your doctor. This is for informational purposes only and not a substitute for medical advise.

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