Learning Disabilities
By Definition
“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, that may manifest itself in the imperfect ability to listen, think, speak, read, write, spell, or to do mathematical calculations, including conditions such as perceptual disabilities, brain injury, minimal brain dysfunction, dyslexia, and developmental aphasia.” - 2006 Federal Regulations for IDEA, Part B: Sec. 300.8 (c) (10)
HOW WE ASSESS
Raleigh Psychology takes into account the whole person—assessing the child’s strengths, areas of opportunity, and crafting a way forward. We offer many different assessment options that are specifically selected by the psychologist depending on the presenting referral question. We strive to create a welcoming and comfortable environment for the child, valuing the child’s trust and creating an atmosphere where we can assess and understand the presenting concern.
Resources
Learning Disabilities are currently referred to as a Specific Learning Disorder in the DSM V.
Books:
The Power of Neurodiversity: Unleashing the Advantages of Your Differently Wired Brain (2021), by Thomas Armstrong, PhD
Helping Your Child with Language-Based Learning Disabilities: Strategies to Succeed in School and Life with Dyscalculia, Dyslexia, ADHD, and Auditory Processing Disorder (2018), by Daniel Franklin, PhD
Websites:
National Center for Learning Disabilities: https://www.ncld.org/
LD OnLine: https://www.ldonline.org/parents
National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke: https://www.ninds.nih.gov/health-information/disorders/learning-disabilities
Programs:
Dyslexia
Books:
The Gift of Dyslexia: Why Some of the Smartest People Can't Read...and How They Can Learn (2012), by Ronald D. Davis
The Dyslexic Advantage: Unlocking the Hidden Potential of the Dyslexic (2011), by Fernette Eide and Brock Eide
Overcoming Dyslexia (2020), by Sally Shaywitz, M.D. and Jonathan Shaywitz MD
Websites:
The Yale Center for Dyslexia and Creativity: http://dyslexia.yale.edu/
Resource Guide for Students with Learning Disabilities: https://www.bestcolleges.com/resources/college-planning-with-learning-disabilities/
International Dyslexia Association: https://dyslexiaida.org/
Programs:
The Brain Balance Achievement Center of Raleigh Dyslexia Program: https://www.brainbalancecenters.com/locations/north-carolina/raleigh/dyslexia
13600 New Falls of Neuse Rd, Suite 110, Raleigh, NC 27614
Dyscalculia
Books:
Dyscalculia: from Science to Education (2018), by Brian Butterworth
Why Is Math So Hard For Some Children?: The Nature and Origins of Mathematical Learning Difficulties and Disabilities (2007), by Berch & Mazzocco
It Just Doesn't Add Up: Explaining Dyscalculia and Overcoming Number Problems for Children and Adults (2015), by Paul Moorcraft
Limitless Mind: Learn, Lead, and Live Without Barriers (2019), by Jo Boaler
Back to Front and Upside Down! (2012) by Claire Alexander
Websites:
International Dyslexia Association: https://www.dyscalculia.org/home
Understood: https://www.understood.org/en/articles/what-is-dyscalculia#item1
Programs:
Dysgraphia
Websites:
National Center for Learning Disability: https://www.ldonline.org/ld-topics/writing-spelling/what-dysgraphia Dysgraphia Life: https://www.dysgraphia.life/