Learning disabilities are disorders that affect one's ability in the domains of spoken or written language, mathematical calculation, attention, or the coordination of movement. They can occur in ...

This week is Learning Disability Week. It takes place in the third week of June every year and in 2024, it's running from the 17-23 June. The event, organised by the charity Mencap, and is an ...

People with learning disabilities, particularly those with Down's syndrome, are at increased risk of developing dementia. If a person with a learning disability develops dementia, they will face ...

A specific learning disability, also known as a specific learning disorder, is a neurological condition that affects an individual’s ability to learn and process information in a specific area, like ...

While learning disabilities are often associated with childhood challenges, these conditions can have far-reaching impacts far beyond the early classroom. The reality is that many adults continue to ...

If someone you know has received a dementia diagnosis and have a learning disability, read our advice on sharing the diagnosis and managing their feelings. Someone with a learning disability may not ...

Caroline Richter, Ph.D., assistant professor in the University of Alabama at Birmingham’s Department of Psychology, says learning disabilities are common, and there are many ways for parents to ...

A recent report from King’s College London shows the scale of the problem in the UK. They calculate that around 90 per cent of autistic adults over the age of 40 are likely to be undiagnosed, 50 per ...

Hft, a charity supporting people with learning disabilities to live with more independence and choice across Sussex, has been given £1,500 from Barratt and David Wilson Homes. Hft’s service, Chestnuts ...

Despite 13% of the American population living with a disability, stigma and discrimination persist. With 44 million Americans living with some form of disability, it is more critical than ever to ...