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5 Types of Learning Disabilities You Probably Didn’t Know Existed!
5 Types of Learning Disabilities You Probably Didn’t Know Existed!

One of the most common questions I get asked about an evaluation is, “can you evaluate for just (fill in the blank).” On occasion, I’ll happily reduce the evaluation time and just assess for the specific disorder that was requested. However, there are so many diagnoses that can impact emotional, behavioral, social, and academic functioning that many people have never heard of. 

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Research Based Interventions for AD/HD
Research Based Interventions for AD/HD

While AD/HD is not considered a specific learning disability, it certainly impacts a child’s academic performance. AD/HD diagnoses are on the rise and some researchers estimate more than 5 percent of preschoolers are diagnosed with the condition. 

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Dysgraphia
Dysgraphia

Dysgraphia, also known as developmental coordination disorder, is a deficit in fine motor control that can impact handwriting. For these children, handwriting can be sloppy, effortful, or even painful. 

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Language Disorders and the Impact on Learning
Language Disorders and the Impact on Learning

When a person has a Language disorders (deficits in expressive and/or receptive language), it can impact all academic areas. 

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Nonverbal Learning Disability
Nonverbal Learning Disability

Nonverbal learning disability (NVLD) is one of the least understood learning differences. In fact, the learning difference is not in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5), the handbook that classifies mental disorders used by mental health clinicians. 

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