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 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, …
What are Specific Learning Disabilities (SLDs)? - Ability Central
Aug 21, 2025 · About 32% of 7.3 million students aged 3–21 who received special education services under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) have a specific learning …
Specific Learning Disability Definition and Categories
Specific learning disability (SLD) is defined as a disorder in one or more of the basic processes involved in understanding or using language, spoken or written, that may manifest itself in an …
Specific Learning Disabilities (SLD)
Definition A specific learning disability is defined as a disorder in one or more of the basic learning processes involved in understanding or in using.
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 are Specific Learning Disabilities? - Special Education Journey
Aug 12, 2025 · Specific Learning Disabilities (SLD) are neurodevelopmental disorders that affect a child’s abilities in reading, writing, and mathematics. Examples include dyslexia, dyscalculia, …
What is Specific Learning Disability? Signs, Causes, and Support for ...
Feb 1, 2024 · That’s not laziness—it’s often a sign of a Specific Learning Disability (SLD), which can make reading, writing, or math feel like wading through quicksand.
Specific Learning Disorder: A Quick Guide - Child Mind Institute
Sep 4, 2025 · Specific learning disorder is a condition that causes children to have difficulty with reading, writing and/or math. If they have trouble with reading, the disorder is called dyslexia. If …
SLD Eligibility - Policy and Practice Recommendations
This network of national organizations recognizes the need to tackle persistent challenges related to eligibility for special education and identifying students with SLD.