| What Are Learning Disabilities? |
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Experts believe they are disorders of the brain and nervous system that affect how a person processes, stores or retrieves information. The effects of learning disabilities vary depending on the child. In general, learning disabilities can interfere with the ability to: read write speak listen do math coordinate socilaize Learning Disabilities are common, and they affect both children and adults. Roughly 5 percent of all school-aged children in public schools receive special education services for help with learning disabilities. Learning disabilities are manageable - while they don't go away, children can learn how to compensate and achieve in areas where they may have weaknesses. CHILDREN WITH LEARNING DISABILITIES CAN REACH THEIR FULL POTENTIAL! |