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Expressive Language Disorder - Learning Disabilities in Expressive Language
Expressive Language Disorder - Learn about Expressive Language Disorders and their characteristics. Read about assessment and program planning for people with this type of learning disability.

Dyslexia - Dyslexia is a Learning Disability in Reading and Language Processing
Learn about dyslexia. Explore the symptoms and treatment possibilities. What is dyslexia, and how is it treated? What are the signs to look for?

Learning Disabilities - What are Learning Disabilities in Reading Comprehension?
Does your child have difficulty with reading? Do you suspect a Learning Disability? Learn about disabilities in reading comprehension, how they are diagnosed, and where to find assistance from your learning disabilities Guide on About.com.

Learning Disabilities in Reading - Learning Disabilities in Basic Reading Skills
Learn about Learning Disabilities in Basic reading, what they are, how they are caused, how they affect students, and what to do about them.

Receptive Language - Disorders of Receptive Language
Receptive language disorders cause difficulty with communication, school work and learning, and social interactions. Learn about the characteristics of of receptive language disorders and how they are assessed. Explore treatments for disorders of receptive language and other resources.

Dyscalculia - What is Dyscalculia? Math Learning Disabilities
Math Learning Disabilities - Learn basic facts about Dyscalculia, a learning disability in math. Learn to recognize its symptoms and discover information on common treatments. Explore resources for help.

Writing Disabilities - Basic Writing Disabilities and Learning Disabilities
Writing disabilities include learning disabilities (LDs) in Basic Writing and Written Expression. Basic writing disabilities affect the learner's ability to write words with correct spelling and using appropriate word choice. Learn about this disorder, its characteristics, and how it is typically addressed.

Understanding Dysgraphia - Learn about Dysgraphia, a Writing Disorder
Learn about dysgraphia, a learning disability in writing. Learn what dysgraphia is, signs to look for, and how the disorder can be addressed in school.

Learning Disabilities - Understanding Learning Disabilities in Basic Math Skills
A learning disability in basic Math affects the learner's ability to perform basic mathematical operations. Learn more about this disorder, how it is diagnosed, and how it is treated.

Learning Disabilities in Applied Math - What is a Learning Disability in Math?
A learning disability in applied math affects the learner's ability to use math skills to correctly solve problems. Learn more about this disorder, how it is diagnosed, and how it is treated.

Learning Disability in Writing - Learning Disabilities in Written Expression
A learning disability in expressive writing affects the learner's ability to organize thoughts in writing. Learn more about this disorder, how it is diagnosed, and how it is treated.

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