Mar 17 Special Needs Stats and News- Is ADHD a Learning Disability

Is ADHD a Learning Disability

Up to 67% of people who had ADHD as a child may continue to have symptoms of ADHD as an adult." (Source: LDAC Learning Disabilities Association of Canada)

Experts currently believe ADHD to be a learning disability. Kids with learning disabilities can be successful if they are taught skills and strategies and changes to their environment at home and school are made.

Learning Disabilities are neurological processing disorders that affect all aspects of a child's life. Many children with learning disabilities have average or above average intelligence.

Do you think your child is reaching his potential at school?