Miami University

Learning Disability Documentation Guidelines

Under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, some “otherwise qualified” individuals with disabilities are protected from discrimination and ...
The Guardian

Learning disability: positive behaviour support offers an alternative to antipsychotics

Challenging behaviours can be traumatic, but sedation is not the answer. Positive behaviour support can help people express themselves in different ways Last week, NHS England called for an end to ...
Learning Disability Today

Learning disability and common health problems

This article highlights the complexities in diagnosing and managing common conditions in people with a learning disability ...
National Institute for Health and Care Excellence

Learning disability: identifying and managing mental health problems

People with a learning disability and mental health problems who are receiving psychological interventions have them tailored to their preferences, level of understanding, and strengths and needs.
National Institute for Health and Care Excellence

Challenging behaviour and learning disabilities: prevention and interventions for people with learning disabilities whose behaviour challenges

A learning disability is defined by 3 core criteria: lower intellectual ability (usually an IQ of less than 70), significant impairment of social or adaptive functioning, and onset in childhood.
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5 Types of Learning Disabilities: A Guide for Teachers

As a teacher, you want all of your students to reach their academic potential. However, not everyone learns at the same pace or in the same way. That means you need to be prepared to provide ...