LEARNING DISABILITY: DEFINING AND UNDERSTANDING

Abstract

Learning disabilities can be assumed as problems one encounter while learning, which often can be seen someone
facing problem in “listening, thinking, speaking, reading, writing or doing mathematical calculations” due to problem in
psychological process involved in the understanding but not due to primarily having “visual, hearing impairment, motor
handicap, mental retardation, environmental or economic disadvantages as root cause”. These problems are considered
as internal and as the result of the malfunction of the nervous system, which may happen at any given point of life time.
However, it is crucial to not confuse the learning disabilities with the other disabilities i.e., mental retardation, poor
reading, hyperactivity, or emotional problems. A person with a learning disability has a set of unique features that must
be considered in order for educational interventions to take place.