Learning Differences

Learning differences can be frustrating for many of our patients, hindering their ability to perform everyday tasks and keep up with the tribulations of everyday life. These differences and difficulties can manifest in a variety of ways, making it sometimes difficult to seek treatment. Atlanta Specialized Care is proud to offer a wide range of resources and therapies to empower our patients regardless of their learning differences.

What are Learning Differences?

Learning differences and learning disabilities (LDs) are terms used to describe the way individuals learn, process, store, and use information. They can affect a person's ability to perform tasks related to reading, writing, math, organization, time management, communication, and other cognitive activities.

Learning differences arise from how the brain processes information. It is important to recognize that this does not mean that an individual has a lesser intelligence than their peers; instead, they often possess different strengths and talents. This can include being able to think in creative ways or having a knack for problem-solving.

Symptoms of Learning Differences

Learning disabilities can affect anyone at any age. Symptoms of these issues can range from mild to severe depending on the individual and the type of learning difference they are experiencing. Learning disabilities can affect people at any age or stage in life but are usually identified during childhood when academic tasks become more challenging as children progress through school. Identifying and addressing learning differences early is essential for helping individuals reach their full potential throughout their lives.

• Read
• Write
• Do math
• Understand language
• Organize
• Socialize
• More…

These conditions do not necessarily manifest themselves in the same way for all individuals, so it’s important to note that these conditions’ symptoms will vary depending on the person’s unique characteristics and environment. Further complicating matters is that many people with learning differences and/or learning disabilities may be unaware that they have them until adulthood or even later in life due to a lack of awareness and access to a proper diagnosis.

As such, if you find you struggle with processing educational materials and directions more often than your peers, we encourage you to come in and see the professionals at Atlanta Specialized Care. We’ll be happy to sit down with you, listen to your concerns, and provide you with an accurate diagnosis for your learning differences, so you can begin to receive proper treatment straight away.