Data gathered from a sociometric survey of 177 fifth and sixth grade children, including 22 who were learning disabled (LD), indicated that LD children were less popular in general than non-LD children, that no LD children were extremely popular, but that LD children were not overly represented among social isolates. (Author/IM)

Described is a series of research studies which investigated the sociometric status, social behavior, and social relationship of learning disabled children by means of elementary school classroom observations and laboratory studies. (Author/IM)

This study examined peers' first impressions formed of elementary-age boys with either learning disabilities (LD), attention deficit disorders (ADD), or both. Physical attractiveness data were gathered, and situational demands varied. Results indicated that boys with either LD or ADD were devalued relative to controls on several dependent…

A study involving 15 adults with disabilities found, generally, that their elementary school experiences were negative. Those with physical disabilities experienced social isolation and unchallenging academic environments. Those with invisible disabilities felt challenged to learn in their educational environment. Negative experiences were often…