Learning disabilities are disorders that affect the ability to understand or use spoken or written language, do mathematical calculations, coordinate movements, or direct attention. Although learning disabilities occur in very young children, the disorders are usually not recognized until the child reaches school age.
What are the 7 main types of learning disabilities?
In particular, psychology professionals should study these seven learning disabilities:
- Dyslexia. ...
- Dysgraphia. ...
- Dyscalculia. ...
- Auditory processing disorder. ...
- Language processing disorder. ...
- Nonverbal learning disabilities. ...
- Visual perceptual/visual motor deficit.
What are the top 5 learning disabilities?
5 Most Common Learning Disabilities
- Dyslexia. Dyslexia is perhaps the best known learning disability. ...
- ADHD. Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder has affected more than 6.4 million children at some point. ...
- Dyscalculia. ...
- Dysgraphia. ...
- Processing Deficits.
