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 …
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 (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 …
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.
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.
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 …
Guide to Specific Learning Disorders | Goldman Center
Specific Learning Disorders (SLD) are a category of neurodevelopmental disorders that affect a child’s ability to acquire and use academic skills such as reading, writing, or mathematics.