Learning disabilities in children are on the rise. If you're concerned your child may have learning problems, there is hope. There are plenty of things you can do as a parent to be proactive and help your child succeed in the world.

What are Learning Disabilities?

A learning disability is defined as the inability of someone to gather and absorb information at the same rate as someone their own age. There are many different types of learning and behavioral disorders including attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, dyslexia, dyscalculia, auditory processing disorder, and developmental disorders such as autism and Asperger's syndrome. This is only to name a few.

Symptoms of Learning Disabilities

Symptoms of learning disabilities in children vary depending on the type and severity of the disorder. However, any type of learning disability will usually result in problems in school and/or emotional disturbances.

These symptoms include:

• Frustration

If your child often seems frustrated and aggressive, it could be the result of a learning disability or developmental disorder. Children often experience frustration in school when they can't understand the material and may lash out verbally at their teachers or become aggressive on the playground. This is especially true of children who have impatient teachers or classmates who don't understand them.

• Depression

Some children with learning problems will become depressed because they're unable to keep up with their classmates. They may be picked on or made fun of for incorrect answers in the classroom and don't understand what they're doing wrong. Emotional sensitivity and lack of interest in attending school are common signs.

• Anxiety

Children who are anxious to go to school are either being bullied or they're having problems learning. Children naturally love to learn so if they're fearful about getting on the bus, a learning disability may be the issue.

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