Facts About Learning Differences

1. • One out of 10 children has a learning difference such as: dyslexia, perceptual deficit, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, auditory processing problems, and speech and language delays.
   

2. • Most children with learning differences have average to above average learning potential.
   

3. • Learning differences cross all social and economic boundaries.
   

4. • Children who do not proceed through certain language milestones from 0-3 years are at high risk for developing communication and academic difficulties.
   

5. • Most language and learning delays can be diagnosed before age 6 and as early as 18 months -- the earlier the intervention, the more effective it is.
   

6. • Many children with learning differences go undiagnosed and suffer serious academic and self-esteem problems that threaten their success in life.
   

7. • Parent support and involvement are crucial to the academic success of children with language-learning differences.