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Related Issues

Many disorders and other issues can impact how a child learns, although not all of them are defined as a “specific learning disability” under federal law. While other disorders can occur along with a learning disability (LD), some may mask or make difficult the identification of a true LD.

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LD and ADHD are distinctive, neurologically-based disorders that are diagnosed and treated differently.

— from Confusion Over ADD/ADHD
and Learning Disabilities

AD/HD

AD/HD is a common neurobehavioral disorder. It is characterized by problems with attention, impulsivity, and overactivity. Although AD/HD is not considered a learning disability under federal law, it can certainly impact your child's ability to focus on learning in the classroom and at home.
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Asperger's & Nonverbal LD

Learning disabilities (LD) and Asperger's Syndrome (AS) may share some similar characteristics, but they are separate and distinct disorders. If your child struggles with learning, it's important to know that LD and AS require different types of assessments and strategies for intervention.
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Giftedness

A child who has a learning disability (LD) and is also gifted faces a different kind of challenge, since an exceptional talent in one area may overshadow a LD in another area. Learn how to understand and support the needs of your "twice-exceptional" student.
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Information Processing

The inability to process information efficiently can lead to frustration, low self-esteem, and social withdrawal. Although information processing disorders are not named as learning disabilities under federal law, they can explain why a child may have trouble with learning and performance.
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