Psychiatry.org - What Are Specific Learning Disorders?
In 2013, the DSM-5* changed the diagnostic criteria for Specific Learning Disorder (SLD) to combine all three learning disorders (reading, mathematics, and written expression) into one …
Specific Learning Disorder: Types, Symptoms, Causes, Treatment
May 11, 2021 · SLD, also known as specific learning disability, is the diagnosis a doctor may give to children (and some adults) who have trouble understanding or learning information.
Specific Learning Disabilities - National Center for Learning …
Learn about Specific Learning Disabilities (SLDs) such as dyslexia, dysgraphia, and dyscalculia, their impacts on academic skills, and the rights and protections available under IDEA, ADA, …
Specific learning disability (SLD) means a disorder in one or more of the basic psychological processes involved in understanding or in using language, spoken or written, that may …
What are Specific Learning Disabilities (SLDs)? - Ability Central
Aug 21, 2025 · Ability Central answers the top questions about specific learning disabilities (SLDs), including what they are, what diagnoses are included within the category, and what a …
Specific Learning Disability and SLD - Dyslexia - CT.gov
Dyslexia is included in the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA, 2004) as a specific learning disability (SLD). Dyslexia impacts reading, specifically decoding and accurate and/or …
What are Specific Learning Disabilities? - Special Education Journey
Feb 13, 2026 · Specific Learning Disabilities (SLD) are neurodevelopmental disorders that affect a child’s abilities in reading, writing, and mathematics. Examples include dyslexia, dyscalculia, …
Specific Learning Disorder: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment …
Discover the causes, symptoms, and treatment options for specific learning disorder (SLD). Learn how to identify and manage dyslexia, dyscalculia, and dysgraphia effectively.
What is a Specific Learning Disability? | Symptoms & Strategies
Students with a specific learning disability may struggle with reading, writing, or math. Learn about the symptoms, statistics, and strategies for success.
Understanding and Supporting Learners with Disabilities
Dec 29, 2025 · A specific learning disability (or SLD) is a specific impairment of academic learning that interferes with a specific aspect of schoolwork and that reduces a student’s academic …