In 2013, the DSM-5* changed the diagnostic criteria for Specific Learning Disorder (SLD) to combine all three learning disorders (reading, mathematics, and written expression) into one overarching diagnosis.

Specific learning disability (SLD) 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 itself in the …

May 11, 2021 · SLD, also known as specific learning disability, is the diagnosis a doctor may give to children (and some adults) who have trouble understanding or learning information.

Learn about Specific Learning Disabilities (SLDs) such as dyslexia, dysgraphia, and dyscalculia, their impacts on academic skills, and the rights and protections available under IDEA, ADA, and Section …

Discover the causes, symptoms, and treatment options for specific learning disorder (SLD). Learn how to identify and manage dyslexia, dyscalculia, and dysgraphia effectively.

Aug 21, 2025 · Ability Central answers the top questions about specific learning disabilities (SLDs), including what they are, what diagnoses are included within the category, and what a parent should …

Some students with SLD or SLD/Dyslexia may need accommodations or related services in order to benefit from the same instruction as their peers; however, they may not need specialized instruction …

The consensus statements were put into the following definition: “The central concept of SLD involves disorders of learning and cognition that are intrinsic to the individual.

Feb 1, 2024 · That’s not laziness—it’s often a sign of a Specific Learning Disability (SLD), which can make reading, writing, or math feel like wading through quicksand.

Sep 4, 2025 · Specific learning disorder is a condition that causes children to have difficulty with reading, writing and/or math. If they have trouble with reading, the disorder is called dyslexia. If they have …