Learning disabilities are ongoing challenges with reading, writing, and math that can affect a person's performance at school, work, and in everyday life. Some people may have more than one condition that impacts them. For example, someone with Dyslexia might also have a speech and language disorder, like Expressive Receptive Language Disorder. Despite these difficulties, people with learning disabilities can still lead successful lives, work, and raise families. There are supports and interventions available to help them succeed.

CONFUSION ALERT  

Parents should be aware that a medical diagnosis for struggles with reading, writing, or math may not always include terms like "dyslexia," "dysgraphia," or "dyscalculia." Instead, the school might use the term "Specific Learning Disability (SLD)" in the area of reading, writing, or math as the educational diagnosis.

Learning Disability Resources