In general, adult learning difficulty is a brain condition that affects one’s ability to process information. Common signs are difficulty in reading, speaking and writing. This condition can affect anybody regardless of age, gender and ethnicity but it is best to get diagnosed as early as possible because this condition could be very disabling if [...]

A big part of the fear surrounding learning disabilities has to do with misinformation. Sure, parents have a right to be concerned about their child’s well-being when they discover that he or she has a learning disability, but being accurately informed is half the battle. Don’t let the following common misconceptions about learning disorders color [...]

TerminologyThe federal law governing special education is called the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, or IDEA.  It is codified in Title 20, United States Code, starting at section 1400.  It was initially passed in 1975.  A number of major reauthorizations have taken place.  The two most recent were in 1997 and in December 2004.  The [...]