Learning Disabilities and Disorders

Learning disabilities in writing (dysgraphia)

Signs of this reading difficulty include problems with:

• neatness and consistency of writing
• accurately copying letters and words
• spelling consistency
• writing organization and coherence

Learning disabilities in math (dyscalculia)

Signs of this reading difficulty include problems with:

• difficulty with sequencing, memory or organization.
• memorization and organization of numbers, operation signs, and number “facts” (like 5+5+5=15 or 5×3=15)

Learning disabilities in reading (dyslexia)

Signs of reading difficulty include problems with:

• letter and word recognition
• understanding words and ideas
• reading speed and fluency
• general vocabulary skills

Learning disabilities in motor skills (dyspraxia)

A motor disability is sometimes referred to as an “output” activity meaning that it relates to the output of information from the brain

Learning disabilities in language (aphasia/dysphasia)

Language and communication learning disabilities involve the ability to understand or produce spoken language.

Signs of a language-based learning disorder involve problems with verbal language skills:

• such as the ability to retell a story
• fluency of speech
• ability to understand the meaning of words, parts of speech, directions, etc.

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