Specific Learning Disorder (SLD)

What is Specific Learning Disorder:
SLD are learning disabilities that affect the ability to learn in a typical way, despite having normal intelligence. Common types include dyslexia (reading), dyscalculia (math), and dysgraphia (writing). These conditions make learning in school challenging even though the child may be very capable in other areas.

Why an assessment might be necessary:
An assessment is important when a child is struggling to keep up with peers in certain academic subjects, despite having normal or high intelligence. The assessment helps identify specific learning challenges and provides strategies or accommodations to help the child succeed academically.

A Learning Disability Assessment is a process designed to identify specific learning challenges an individual may experience in areas such as reading, writing, math, or processing speed. It includes a combination of cognitive assessments, academic achievement tests, and information from teachers or parents to understand how an individual’s learning difficulties impact their academic performance.

Typical assessment process includes:

- Clinical interview

- Cognitive assessment

- Educational/learning assessment

- Teacher questionnaire

- Report and report feedback