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If you're autistic, you're more likely to have a learning disability than the general public. In fact, around 30% of autistic people also have a learning disability. But being autistic doesn't mean ...
Science Daily

Youngest children in class more likely to be diagnosed with learning disability

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Dyslexia, Bilingualism, and Learning a Second Language

The National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) defines dyslexia as a brain-based type of learning disability that specifically impairs a person's ability to read (see here). The ...
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Manitoba Teachers Society president critical of universal screening for learning disabilities in schools

The audio version of this article is generated by AI-based technology. Mispronunciations can occur. We are working with our partners to continually review and improve the results. A private member's ...