Question

define disability and explain types of learning disabilities

Answer 1

a physical or mental condition that limits a person's movements, senses, or activities.
Specific Learning Disabilities
Auditory Processing Disorder (APD)
Dyscalculia.
Dysgraphia.
Dyslexia.
Language Processing Disorder.
Non-Verbal Learning Disabilities.
Visual Perceptual/Visual Motor Deficit.
ADHD.

Answer 2

Learning disabilities are neurologically-based processing problems. These processing problems can interfere with learning basic skills such as reading, writing and/or math.  They can also interfere with higher level skills such as organization, time planning, abstract reasoning, long or short term memory and attention.  It is important to realize that learning disabilities can affect an individual’s life beyond academics and can impact relationships with family, friends and in the workplace.