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Sunday, June 13, 2010

Learning Disabilities

What is LD?

LD is short for “learning disability”. The effects of LDs are different from person to person, so a person's pattern of learning abilities need to be understood in order to find good, effective strategies for compensation.

Working Descripition
Learning disabilities can affect the way in which a person takes in, remembers, understands and expresses information. People with learning disabilities are intelligent and have abilities to learn despite difficulties in processing information. Living with a learning disability can have an ongoing impact on friendships, school, work, self-esteem and daily life. People with learning disabilities can succeed when solid coping skills and strategies are developed.