Learning Disability is a general term that describes specific kinds of learning difficulties. A learning disability affects the brain’s ability to receive, process, store, and/or respond to information. A child or adolescent with a learning disability often has difficulty learning or using certain skills despite average to above average intellectual abilities. Therefore learning disabilities are commonly referred to as “hidden disabilities”: the child or adolescent appears bright and capable in many areas, yet he or she may struggle to acquire various academic skills. The domains that most often affect children are reading, writing, math, or language (expressive/receptive). Learning disabilities are brain-based disorders and often impact a child’s academic and social/emotional functioning. A neuropsychological evaluation can help children and their parents by identifying their strengths and weaknesses and by learning strategies for dealing with specific difficulties. Common learning disabilities include: • Dyslexia—a language-based disability in which a person has trouble understanding written words. • Dyscalculia—a mathematical disability in which a person has difficulty solving arithmetic problems and grasping math concepts. • Dysgraphia—a writing disability in which a person has difficulty forming letters or writing within a defined space. Resources: www.ldonline.org www.ncid.org