"Discrepancy" approach results in inconsistent LD identification rates across states
States vary widely in how they identify learning disabilities - and in the percentage of kids they serve in special education.
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Graduating to real life
How to prepare teens with LD or behavioral issues for the world beyond high school.
Signs of an attention problem
Is your child struggling with homework? Pay attention to these signs.
Math disability in children: An overview
Learn about the signs and sources of a learning disability in math -- and how to detect them in your child.
Frequently Used Educational Terms: Learning and Attention Problems
Cut through the confusion by becoming familiar with the medical, psychological, legal and educational terms often used in educational settings.
Special education evaluation: An overview
Learn about the purpose, procedures, and laws for evaluating a child for special education services.
Dyslexia: An overview
Learn what dyslexia is, what signs to look out for, and what you can do to help if your child is dyslexic.
Finding schools for kids with LD
Are you trying to find a new school for your child with learning disabilities? Whether you're moving to a new city or looking for a different kind of school, the resources listed in this article may help you identify options.
Basic Principles of the Responsiveness-to-Intervention Approach
What should parents know about this new approach to identifying learning disabilities? Researcher Dr. Daryl Mellard answers some key questions.
