learning disorder
nounUK /ˈlɜː.nɪŋ dɪsˌɔː.dər/
US /ˈlɝː.nɪŋ dɪsˌɔːr.dɚ/
A learning disorder makes it harder for a kid to learn some things at school, even when they try hard.
My cousin has a learning disorder, so she gets extra help with reading at school.
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2. A condition that affects how a person takes in, remembers, or uses information.
Doctors can test for a learning disorder when a child struggles in class.
3. A difficulty with a specific school skill, like reading, writing, or math.
His learning disorder is mainly with numbers, so math class is tough.
4. A term used in education and medicine for brain-based learning challenges.
Teachers are trained to spot signs of a learning disorder early.