Nonverbal learning disorder

A nonverbal learning disorder (or nonverbal learning disability), or NVLD, is a neurological problem. People with the disorder have good verbal skills, but they have problems with motor skills, social skills and other areas.[1] A person with NVLD also has problems in non-verbal problem solving, understanding humor and rote learning (remembering something by repeating it).

NVLD is linked with autism spectrum disorders, mostly autism or Asperger's. Most people with either high-functioning autism or Asperger fit this actual type.[2] This condition, though, is also tied to depression and anxiety.

Nonverbal learning disabilities affect one in ten learning disabled children.[3]

Nonverbal Learning Disorder Media

References

  1. "Diagnosis & Differential Diagnosis". Advances. Retrieved Jan 14, 2014.
  2. "Nonverbal Learning Disability". The National Center for Learning Disability. Archived from the original on January 16, 2014. Retrieved Jan 14, 2014.
  3. Liza Little, PsyD, RN. "The Misunderstood Child:The Child With a Nonverbal Learning Disorder" (PDF). Archived from the original (PDF) on 2014-11-27. Retrieved 2014-01-26.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: multiple names: authors list (link)