The case study explores the detrimental influences of a father's dyslexic condition on the emotional development of his children and on his family's functioning. (Author)

Bob and Ann exemplify problems and successes of persons whose learning disabilities are recognized only in adulthood. (JG)

A teacher of middle-school students with learning disabilities summarizes interviews with two learning-disabled young men in which they remember the humiliation suffered because of their disability and the difference a knowledgeable and understanding teacher can make. (DB)

The transcript of a four-part radio program on learning disabilities (LD) focuses on issues involving the definition, identification, and education of LD children. Definitional concerns are voiced by J. Gallagher, S. Kirk and S. Richardson. Controversy over prevalence estimates is discussed. Teachers of LD children comment on effective…

This book reviews learning disabilities (LD) in adults and makes suggestions for helping adults cope with these disabilities. Each chapter covers a type of learning disability or related syndrome or explains characteristics of the brain. Chapter 1 explains several types of specific learning disabilities that make classroom performance difficult…

This book is designed to help clinicians and teachers work more effectively with people with learning disabilities and their families. Chapter 1 provides an overview of learning disabilities. It presents commonly accepted medical and educational definitions, prevalence figures, and possible etiological explanations for various disorders. Chapter 2…