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Language-Based Learning Disabilities: Causes and Number

What causes a language-based learning disabilities?

Learning disabilities are caused by a difference in brain structure that is present at birth, is often hereditary, and is often related to specific language problems.

How common are language-based learning disabilities?

Information about the incidence and prevalence of language-based learning disabilities is available in the ASHA report, Incidence and Prevalence of Speech, Voice, and Language Disorders in Adults in the United States

Legislation and Advocacy article on language-based learning disabilities

 

See Also:

Language-Based Learning Disabilities

Language-Based Learning Disabilities: Benefits of Speech-Language Pathology Services

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