Specific Learning Disability (SLD) and Special Education

Dyslexia is a language-based learning disability that affects the ability to read, write, and spell.

Dyslexia can cause a variety of difficulties, including difficulty reading and writing, difficulty with spelling, and difficulty with math.

Dyslexia is thought to be caused by a combination of genetic, brain injury, and environmental factors.

Dyslexia is diagnosed through an educational evaluation that includes a review of the child's academic history, a cognitive assessment, and a language assessment.

Dyslexia is treated with a combination of medication, therapy, and special education.

Arithmetic dyscalculia is the most common type of dyscalculia and affects the ability to understand and perform basic arithmetic operations.

Dyscalculia can cause a variety of difficulties, including difficulty with math facts, difficulty with word problems, and difficulty with measurement.

Dyscalculia is thought to be caused by a combination of genetic, brain injury, and environmental factors.

Dyscalculia is diagnosed through an educational evaluation that includes a review of the child's academic history, a cognitive assessment, and a math assessment.

Dyscalculia is treated with a combination of medication, therapy, and special education.

Motor dysgraphia is the most common type of dysgraphia and affects the ability to write legibly and fluently.

Dysgraphia can cause a variety of difficulties, including difficulty with handwriting, difficulty with spelling, and difficulty with grammar.

Dysgraphia is thought to be caused by a combination of genetic, brain injury, and environmental factors.

Dysgraphia is diagnosed through an educational evaluation that includes a review of the child's academic history, a cognitive assessment, and a writing assessment.

Dysgraphia is treated with a combination of medication, therapy, and special education.