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Learning Disabilities (LD) are neurological disorders that impact the way a person processes information and can affect one or more areas of learning, such as reading (dyslexia), writing (dysgraphia) and math (dyscalculia).

They may occur with other types of neurodevelopmental disorders, such as Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).

Learning Disabilities are INVISIBLE and LIFELONG.

Official Learning Disabilities Definition

LDAC Policy Statement on ADHD

Our Mission

We empower and advocate for individuals with learning disabilities and associated ADHD, creating equal opportunities for all to succeed.

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10-20%

of Canadians have a LD¹

33 %

drop out of school

Statistics Canada, Canadian Survey on Disability, 2012

¹ According to the International Dyslexia Association, 15-20% of the population has a language-based learning disability

98%

report LD impact on education

51%

of parents report difficulty getting needed educational support

Statistics Canada, Canadian Survey on Disability, 2012

Only 38%

employment rate

Over 50%

EARN LESS THAN THOSE WITHOUT LDs

Statistics Canada, Canadian Survey on Disability, 2012

LD Basics

A person can be of average or above-average intelligence, not have any major sensory problems (like a hearing impairment), and yet struggle to keep up with people of the same age in learning and regular functioning.

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LD Defined

Learning Disabilities refer to a number of disorders which may affect the acquisition, organization, retention, understanding or use of verbal or nonverbal information. These disorders affect learning in individuals.

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LDAC Position Papers

The latest version of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders; Fifth Edition (DSM-5) published May 2013, includes the diagnostic criteria and features of Specific Learning Disorder. This Position Paper explores the DSM-5.

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Research

Over the years, LDAC has convened experts from across Canada to examine specific research areas in the field of learning disabilities that are of particular interest to its grassroot members. Many of the findings have had major impact.

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