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What is it?

Learning difficulty refers to challenges in acquiring, processing, or using academic skills such as reading, writing, math, or comprehension. It is not due to low intelligence but rather how the brain receives and processes information. These difficulties can affect school performance, self-esteem, and social development. Common types include dyslexia (reading), dyscalculia (math), and dysgraphia (writing).

Prevalence and statistics

• Around 5–15% of school-aged children have a learning difficulty.

• Dyslexia is the most common, affecting up to 10% of the population.

• Learning difficulties often coexist with ADHD, anxiety, or language delays.

• Early identification and support can significantly improve outcomes.

• Without help, students may experience academic failure, low self-confidence, and social withdrawal.

  
  

How to identify?

Emotional signs –

• Frustration or sadness related to schoolwork

• Low self-esteem or fear of failure

• Anxiety or emotional shutdown in learning environments

Physical signs –

• Tiredness or headaches after trying to focus or study

• Avoidance of reading or writing tasks

• Fidgeting or restlessness during academic tasks (especially with co-occurring ADHD)

Behavioural signs –

• Refusal to go to school or complete homework

• Disruptive behavior to avoid academic tasks

• Reliance on copying or guessing rather than learning

Cognitive signs –

• Trouble understanding instructions or retaining information

• Frequent spelling, reading, or calculation errors

• Slow processing speed and difficulty organizing thoughts

Common Learning Difficulties:

• Dyslexia – Trouble reading, spelling, and decoding words

• Dyscalculia – Difficulty understanding numbers, math facts, or calculations

• Dysgraphia – Poor handwriting, spelling, or organizing written work

• Auditory Processing Disorder – Trouble understanding spoken information

• Nonverbal Learning Disorder – Difficulty with spatial, visual, or social cues despite strong verbal skills

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