Wednesday, October 21, 2009

October is LD Awareness Month

In the U.S. and Canada, October is dedicated to spreading awareness about learning disabilities. Find out more about the common signs of learning disabilities, how to get help early, and other LD Basics so you can pass the knowledge on to your friends and family by visiting the LD Online website.


Check out these articles on different types of disabilities:
• Reading
Dyslexia Basics by the International Dyslexia Association answers your questions about the causes, signs, and treatments of a reading disability.
• Writing
NCLD's What is Dysgraphia? offers specific ways to help students of all ages overcome their writing challenges.
• Math
Dyscalculia: A Quick Look is another NCLD goodie with basic facts about math disabilities and a list of warning signs.
• Nonverbal
Students With Nonverbal Learning Disabilities clears up some common misconceptions about NLD.

Especially for Parents
Parents play an important role in getting accurate information about LD out to the public. Check out our Parents section to learn more about identifying LD and supporting children with disabilities.

Self-Advocacy: A Valuable Skill for Your Teenager with LD
Teens can help spread awareness, too, by learning about their own needs and communicating them to other people.

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