Abstract
A learning disability (LD) is a neurobiological disorder that presents as a serious difficulty with reading, arithmetic, and/or written expression that is unexpected, given the individual's intellectual ability. A learning disability is not an emotional disorder nor is it caused by an emotional disorder. If inadequately or improperly evaluated, a learning disability has the potential to impact an individual's functioning adversely and produce functional impairment in multiple life domains. When a learning disability is suspected, an evaluation of neuropsychological abilities is necessary to determine the source of the difficulty as well as the areas of neurocognitive strength that can serve as a foundation for compensatory strategies and treatment options.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 217-219 |
Number of pages | 3 |
Journal | Archives of Clinical Neuropsychology |
Volume | 23 |
Issue number | 2 |
DOIs |
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State | Published - Mar 2008 |
Keywords
- Learning disabilities
- Neuropsychological assessment
- Neuropsychological testing
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Neuropsychology and Physiological Psychology
- Clinical Psychology
- Psychiatry and Mental health