LITERACY AND LEARNING DISABILITIES

“Learning disabilities are neurological disorders
interfering with
one’s ability to store, process,
or produce information and
create a gap between one’s ability
and performance.” ⁶
Some adults have learning disabilities
that seem to slow down their rate of learning.

“The risks for those with learning disabilities
may be limited educational opportunities
and vocational options, isolation,
and difficulty with independent living.
They may feel inadequate, incapable,
and isolated from others.
They may remember being teased,
criticized, or even rejected by their peers.
As a result they may have a poor self-image
and lack the confidence to try new things.
Adults with severe learning disabilities
may have difficulty with tasks such as
writing checks, filling out forms,
taking phone messages, and following directions.” ⁷