Dyslexia Information
Dyslexia is a specific learning disability that appears to be based upon the brain and its functioning. Individuals with dyslexia have difficulty with processing and manipulating the sounds in a spoken language. This is related to the ability to read words accurately and fluently. Individuals with dyslexia will also have difficulty with spelling. Some of the consequences of not reading accurately or fluently include having fewer reading experiences, and thus, may include problems with reading comprehension and vocabulary. While mirror writing and letter reversals can be seen in some dyslexic (and non-dyslexic) children, it is not a diagnostic feature of the condition. It appears that dyslexia runs in families.
If you're concerned about your child's reading and you suspect that he or she may have dyslexia, please touch base with your teacher or call Mr. Herbst for more information at 631-801-3181.
Math Learning Disabilities
Dyscalculia is a math learning disorder that makes mathematical reasoning and computation difficult, in spite of adequate education, average or greater intelligence, and proper motivation. It appears as poor memory for numbers, time, sequences, directions, layouts, and visual-spatial information, as well as a confounding inability to manage these things. Dyscalculia is believed to affect 3% to 7% to 26% of the population. For people with dyscalculia, performing number-related tasks produces mental confusion, anxiety, and distress. Dyscalculics often display a lack of academic progress in mathematics, accompanied by average or advanced skills in speech, reading, writing, and other areas.
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