A Learning Disability (LD) “is a disorder in one or more of basic psychological process involved in understanding or using the language which may manifest in an imperfect ability to think‚ speak‚ listen‚ read ‚ write ‚ spell or conduct mathematical calculations” . (Zastrow‚ & Kirst-Ashman‚ 2007) It involves difficulty in processing information and/ or using this information to communicate. Children with LD currently make up to 6 present of the school- aged population in the United States and
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This legislation influences individuals with learning disabilities and their families because it protects their rights and promotes equality. It gives individuals a better chance to live a full life without restrictions or being discriminated against‚ because of their disability A learning disability is a significantly reduced ability to understand new or complex information‚ to learn new skills along with a reduced ability to cope independently. A learning disability can be caused by a problem during
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Learning Disabilities The definition of learning disabilities is as follows: General- Specific learning disability means a disorder in one or more of the basic psychological processes involved in understanding or in using language‚ spoken‚ or written‚ that may manifest in an imperfect ability to listen‚ think‚ speak‚ read‚ write‚ spell‚ or to do mathematical calculations including conditions such as perceptual disabilities‚ brain injury‚ minimal brain dysfunction‚ dyslexia‚ and developmental
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Understanding the Stages of Development of thinking and learning The main stages of Development of thinking and learning for pupils ❖ Cognitive Development “Gaining knowledge through thought and experience” ❖ Social Development “How a child learns to live and interact with others” ❖ Emotional Development “Gaining the ability to understand and cope with emotions and feelings” ❖ Self-esteem/Self Development “Confidence in oneself
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Running head: Learning disabilities Learning Disabilities Anthony Genchi Grand Canyon University SPE 526 February 22‚ 2012 Abstract Individuals who have a learning disability‚ communication disorder‚ or are giftedness may have a rough time in the classroom setting. It is the job of the teacher to understand these disabilities or disorders by gaining knowledge of their characteristics and their causes so that they can adjust
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How individuals act within their community and how society views these individuals‚ whether they are contributing members or not‚ all stem from a foundation of rules and regulations as well as the shared point of view among society. Needless to say not all members of a community or even society share the same point of view‚ and often more times than not‚ individuals who suffer from disabilities are looked down upon and are frequently shunned. To be able and try to understand the strife that these
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For someone that has been diagnosed with a learning disability‚ they may feel that it takes over their lives. But with the right help it will not affect their ultimate success in life. In this research essay I will be talking about what a learning disorder is‚ how to detect that a child has a learning disorder‚ and how it affects children in school and ways to treat them. The four common types of learning disability I will be discussing are Dyslexia‚ Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder‚ Dysgraphia
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The assignment will focus on a 45 year old lady of Asian origin who has a mild learning disability. She also suffers from type 2 Diabetes and Bipolar affective disorder. The assignment will explain the nature of her learning disability and explore how Bio-Psycho-Social factors have influenced her life. The role of her learning disability nurse in supporting her needs through a person-centred planning approach will also be analysed. The assignment will also discuss with reference to the four key principals
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Unit 32 Understand physical Disability 1. Understand the importance of differentiating between the individual and the disability. 1.1 Explain why it is important to recognize and value an individual as a person It is important because each person deserves respect and each person has their own individual needs. Not every person is the same‚ and treating a person in the exact same way as everyone else may not be the best way to help show that persons individuality. 1.2 Describe the importance
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people with learning disabilities compare with that of the general population who do not have learning disabilities? There is more chance of a person with learning disabilities being less health that someone who does not have a learning disability. There are several reasons for this but it starts as a child and continues into adulthood for people with learning disabilities. Children with learning disabilities have between 2.5 and 4.5 more chance of poorer health than children without learning disabilities
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