Types of Learning Disabilities - Learn about Types of Learning Disabilities

Understanding Types of Learning Disabilities and Their Characteristics

Learning disability is a broad term educators use to describe many different types of learning problems that severely affect various skills and abilities. In public schools in the United States, the IDEA includes guidelines on specific types of learning disabilities.

• Basic reading and reading comprehension are the two broad categories of reading disabilities. Dyslexia is another term by which reading disabilities are known.
• Language comprehension and speaking and expressive language are the two main types of language disorders.
• Basic writing and expressive writing are the two types of writing disorders. Some diagnostic systems refer to writing disorders as dysgraphia.
• Basic math and applied math are the two main types of math disorders. Some diagnostic systems refer to math disorders as dyscalculia.

Do you suspect your child has a learning disability?

• Learn the common signs, symptoms, and characteristics of learning disabilities and what to look for.
• Learn the signs of possible learning disabilities in younger children.