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Success Attributes Among Individuals With Learning Disabilities

Researchers have identified certain traits that lead individuals with learning disabilities toward success.

How Parents Can Help Their Kids Develop Success Attributes

Self-awareness, perseverance and support systems are a few of the success factors parents can nurture in their kids with learning disabilities.

Celebrating Children's Achievements Great and Small

Kids say their self-esteem gets a boost when adults reward their small, everyday achievements. Read what they have to say!

Research Trends: Risk and Resilience in People With Learning Disabilities

Read what research tells us about protective factors that help kids with learning disabilities succeed despite their challenges.

Spinning in My Head

A seventh grader with a learning disability explains how he gets into the good zone when things are spinning in his head.

Growing Up With Dyslexia: How I Learned to Succeed

A high school senior with learning difficulties inspires hope by telling his personal story of using determination and drive to overcome his challenges.

Kids' thoughts about moving to the next grade in school

With insight and humor, kids describe their feelings about moving into the upper elementary grades.

How Can Parents Nurture Resilience in Their Children?

Learn about qualities that allow kids to bounce back from adversity -- and how to nurture that type of resilience in your child.

Growing Up Gifted With AD/HD

Being bright and creative -- but having a mind that wanders and words that elude you -- create special challenges. One young girl describes her experience.

Jonathan Mooney on Goal Setting and Motivation in Teens With LD or AD/HD

This Ivy League scholar, author, and speaker has severe dyslexia and beat the odds for success. Learn how he stayed motivated and set goals for himself.

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