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Learning Disabilities Infographic
Learning Disabilities Infographic
Dyspraxia Dysphasia
Dyslexia Dyscalculia
Difficulty in handwriting, possibly caused
Dysgraphia by brain damage and is often
associated with ADHD and dyslexia.
Characteristics
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Difficulty in verbal communication.
Caused by brain damage. Can be
Dysphasia Expressive (unable to speak fluently),
Receptive (speaking nonsense), or a
combination.
Characteristics
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Characteristics
● Difficulty counting
● Trouble counting forwards or
backwards
● Poor visual and spatial skills
● Unable to estimate distance or
time
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Dyscalculia Difficulty with math (aka Numbers Dyslexia).
They may excel in other areas, however.
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Characteristics
Source: IMDb
Difficulty in reading & comprehension.
Often associated with dysgraphia.
Dyslexia However, this does not necessarily mean
they have low intelligence.
Recommendations
● Dictation/phonics exercises
● Give simpler, slower-paced
instructions
● Allow for more time to process
● Provide peer or teacher support
● Use visual indicators (such as
pictures)
● Give co-op activities
Source: IMDb
Difficulty in motor skills and coordination,
Dyspraxia also known as Developmental
Coordination Disorder (DCD)
Characteristics
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