Learning Disabilities: Resources for Treatment, Research and News
Albert Einstein, John Lennon, Winston Churchill, Walt Disney and many other extremely successful people in history overcame learning disabilities despite a lack of information and tools to help them. Today, those with learning disabilities have the benefit of technology to help them succeed. Learn about learning disability symptoms, the importance of proper diagnosis, treatment plans and available resources.
Expand All Guide SectionsWhat Are Learning Disabilities?
Learning disabilities are never outgrown, but with proper identification, support and intervention, ... read more »
Types of Learning Disabilities
There are many types of LDs, such as dyscalculia (trouble with math), dysgraphia (trouble with ... read more »
Treatment for Learning Disabilities
The more parents understand the treatment options for learning disabilities, the ... read more »
Learning Disabilities Support
If you or your child is struggling with an LD, there's plenty of learning disabilities support available. Seek out sites with a positive, hopeful tone and become part of an online community.
Insights for Learning Disabilities Support
- Learning disabilities can impact a person's self-esteem as they struggle to keep up with others, or fail to progress. Online communities can be a great way for people with learning disabilities to connect with others and get support.
- If you're an adult suffering from a learning disorder, you can still benefit from advice and tips designed to help children. You may find tools and workarounds on the community sites below that can be used at your place of employment.
Top Sites for Learning Disabilities Support
For information and learning disabilities support ...
Dyslexia Adult Link
is a U.K.-based site that's full of helpful information for adults with dyslexia. Parents of dyslexic children will also find advice that may prove helpful later for their children.
LDBlog
features learning disability news and commentary. Written in part by John Wills Lloyd, a professor at the University of Virginia's Curry School of Education, the blog focuses on inspiring people with LDs and on assessment and treatment.
Learning Disabilities Association of America
offers an overview of issues that adults with learning disabilities face, including civil rights, workplace dynamics and social and emotional issues. Check out "On the Job" for information on advancement issues, signs of trouble and damage control.
Parent Educational Advocacy Training Center
(PEATC) is a fairly text-heavy but useful site geared toward parents of children with disabilities, including learning disabilities. Look for downloadable PDFs on topics like parental involvement, special education and legal resources.
For sites with message boards and forums ...
GreatSchools
has a parent community for parents raising a child with a learning disability or ADD/ADHD. Join the community to share ideas and get support.
LD OnLine
offers free message boards for teachers, parents and adults with LD or ADHD that provide a sense of community and answers to questions you may have. Registration is required.
Who knew?
Dyslexia Adult Link
has an article, "Study Finds Individuals with Dyslexia More Likely to Be Millionaires." It highlights some of the hidden benefits of living with a learning disability.
College Life With Learning Disabilities
If your child is going off to school, you'll want her to be as prepared as possible. Use the sites ... read more »
Learning Disability Research and News
Whether you're an adult with a learning disorder or the parent of a child with an LD, you may ... read more »
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