Many of you have asked for advice on helping your teen with LD find a summer job that's both meaningful and manageable. This issue includes practical articles to share with your teen. Having a summer job that's "just the right fit" may greatly enhance your teen's education and self-awareness. Another topic readers have asked us to address is dyscalculia (an LD in math). In the articles below, two experts explain what we know — and what research is teaching us — about this type of LD.

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An expert defines and demystifies dyscalculia, an LD in math. Learn about early indicators, the many ways it impacts learning, and what research is revealing. Read the article and watch the video.

Given the critical need to develop and implement effective policies and practices for identifying students with specific learning disabilities, NCLD has taken a strong stand on the issue.

For a high school junior, senior, or recent graduate with LD, working in a volunteer or paid job is a chance to "try out" a career field or job setting. Make sure he's aware of his interests and rights.

Some teens want to learn a trade after high school. Internships and apprenticeships — as well as career and technical schools — are options they may want to explore

A teen or young adult with LD who lands a new job may want to try some strategies to work around her LD and become a productive, valued worker.Share these tips with her.

Did you know that NCLD hosts Twitter chats on LD-related topics? Join us for the next chat with Dr. Sheldon Horowitz at 11 a.m. (ET) on May 23. Learn more, and start tweeting!

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35% - ...this is a problem of attention (AD/HD), learning (LD), or both.
20.2% - ...this is a problem for many individuals with LD.
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