The Learning Disabilities Association of Nebraska, Phone: 402.348.1567, Email: ldaofneb@yahoo.com
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learning disability (n.)
- Any of various cognitive, neurological, or psychological
disorders which cause a difference in the way the brain functions. Individuals
may be as smart as their peers yet may have trouble learning to read, write,
spell, recall information, or do math.
- Delay in speech development; difficulty articulating or pronouncing words
- Delay in learning numbers, alphabet, weekdays, colors, and shapes
- Slow vocabulary development
- Difficulty rhyming words
- Difficulty following directions
- Awkwardness when running, jumping or skipping
- Difficulty controlling pencil, crayon, or scissors
- Increased activity level, inattention, and/or impulsive behavior
- Trouble interacting socially with peers
- Difficulty connecting letters and sounds to decode words
- Difficulty remembering what is read
- Difficulty writing down thoughts
- Difficulty understanding what is said or expressing thought
- Difficulty recalling facts
- Difficulty learning new skills
- Difficulty learning basic math concepts
- Difficulty learning about time
- Poor spelling skills
- Reversing or transposing letters or numbers
- Poor coordination
- Unstable pen/pencil grip
- Lack of fine motor coordination, resulting in poor handwriting
- Continued difficulty with grade-level reading comprehension, written language,
and/or math skills
- Difficulty organizing space (locker, notebook, own room)
- Difficulty organizing thoughts when writing or speaking
- Difficulty managing time and/or developing strategies to complete assignments
on time
- Difficulty understanding discussions or expressing thoughts when speaking
- Difficulty making friends
- Loses or misplaces papers and belongings
- Avoids reading, writing, or math if language/math skills are poor
- Continued spelling errors, often spelling the same word differently
- Avoids reading, writing, or math if language/math skills are poor
