learning disabled

"A writer diagnosed with dyslexia and ADHD as a child explores the toll the system takes on kids who are not 'normal' and advocates for a revolution in the way society thinks about diversity, abilities, and disabilities"--OCLC.

"Offers students the knowledge, guidance, and strategies they need to effectively choose a college, prepare for university life, and make the most of their collegiate experience"--Provided by publisher.

Alphabetically arranged entries provide information on learning disabilities, their causes, symptoms, and treatments, and legal discussions of relevant educational and social topics.

"Learning and attention issues affect one in five US students. These neurologically based disorders interfere with an individual's ability to store, process, or produce information. While science seeks to pinpoint exactly what areas of the brain are involved, students with learning difficulties must learn to manage. This authoritative title introduces readers to the many labels used to describe conditions that affect attention, memory, coordination, social, and emotional skills. Readers will learn to recognize symptoms and common misconceptions--and get advice on how to cope with a learning disability. A list of valuable organizations and websites will help readers gain further insight"--Provided by publisher.

"Although learning disabilities are believed to affect a significant number of children, not all of those children receive an actual diagnosis. While schools, educators, and parents continue to improve education for these children, the general public still has misconceptions about learning disabilities and how to help those affected by them. This book aims to provide readers with information about learning disabilities. . . Quotes from experts, up-to-date statistics, and new technologies are explored, as well as the causes and common misconceptions about life with dyslexia, dyscalculia, dyspraxia, and more"--Provided by publisher.

"Although learning disabilities are believed to affect a significant number of children, not all of those children receive an actual diagnosis. While schools, educators, and parents continue to improve education for these children, the general public still has misconceptions about learning disabilities and how to help those affected by them. This book aims to provide readers with information about learning disabilities. . . Quotes from experts, up-to-date statistics, and new technologies are explored, as well as the causes and common misconceptions about life with dyslexia, dyscalculia, dyspraxia, and more"--Provided by publisher.

Contains over six hundred alphabetized entries on various learning disabilities and aspects such as symptoms, treatments, legal issues, and individuals who have made contributions to the field.

Children's author Helen Lester describes her life from age three to adulthood and discusses how she writes.