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Learning disorders: Know the signs, how to help

Math

A learning disorder in math, also called dyscalculia, may cause problems with the following skills:

  • Understanding how numbers work and relate to each other.
  • Doing math problems.
  • Learning basic math rules.
  • Using math symbols.
  • Understanding word problems.
  • Organizing and recording information while solving a math problem.