Learning Disabilities

LEARNING DISABILITIES Read the literature attached and answer these questions: 1. Define the term "learning disability". The federal government defines learning disabilities in Public Law 94-142, as amended by Public Law 101-476 (Individuals with Disabilities Education Ad-IDEA): Specific learning disability means a disorder in one or more of the basic psychological processes involved in understanding or in using language, spoken or written, which may manifest itself in an imperfect ability to listen, think, speak, read, write, …

…which can lead to developmental delays and psychiatric complications stemming from low self-esteem and frustration" - Jerry M. Weiner, M.D., Pres. Amer. Academy of Ch. & Adol. Psychiatry Without treatment, ADD can lead to poor social adjustment, behavioral problems, school failure, drop-out and delinquency and drug abuse. - Make directions clear and concise. - Simplify complex instructions. - Make sure ADD students comprehends before beginning tasks. - Repeat in a calm, positive manner, if needed.