LEARNING DISABILITIES NOTE 1 INCLUSIVE EDUCATION

Learning Disabilities and Their Characteristics

Learning Disability	Characteristics
Dyslexia	Difficulty with reading, writing, spelling, and understanding words. Issues with phonological processing.
Dysgraphia	Poor handwriting, difficulty with spelling, and trouble organizing thoughts on paper.
Dyscalculia	Difficulty with numbers, mathematical concepts, and reasoning. Problems with counting and telling time.
Auditory Processing Disorder (APD)	Difficulty processing sounds, distinguishing between similar sounds, and following spoken instructions.
Language Processing Disorder (LPD)	Difficulty understanding and processing spoken language. Issues with attaching meaning to words and sentences.
Nonverbal Learning Disabilities (NVLD)	Poor motor coordination, visual-spatial organization, and social skills. Difficulty interpreting nonverbal cues.
Visual Processing Disorder	Difficulty interpreting visual information, such as reading maps, charts, and graphs. Problems with visual memory.
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)	Inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. Difficulty staying focused and following through on tasks.
Dyspraxia	Difficulty with motor skills, coordination, and planning movements. Problems with balance and manual dexterity.