Study of Clinical and Academic Profile of Children Presenting to the Learning Disability Clinic in a Tertiary Care Centre

Mona Gajre, Chinmay Chaudhari, Zaheen Zehra, Arpita Adhikari

Abstract: Background: Specific Learning disabilities (SLD) are a diversified group of neuro - behavioural features illustrated by difficulty in mathematical abilities, efficient reading and writing. These disabilities often lead to low self - esteem, lack of confidence and negativity among the students. However, the signs and symptoms are often ignored by the teachers and the parents due to unawareness. Objective: This study is aimed to evaluate the clinical and academic profile of children presenting to the Learning Disability Clinic. Methodology: This is a cross - sectional observational study. A total of2656 students presented to the hospital with the symptoms of SLD, among them the students whose parents were willing to participate were included. The demographic, clinical and academic data were collected and analysed using R studio software (1.2.5001). Results: Of the total 2656 students, 80.5% (n=2139) were diagnosed with SLD. High number of students presented the impression of Dyslexia along with Dysgraphia and Dyscalculia (91.8%). Age, birth weight and the mother tongue were significantly associated with SLD (P

Keywords: Dyslexia, Dysgraphia, Dyscalculia, Learning Disability

How to Cite?: Mona Gajre, Chinmay Chaudhari, Zaheen Zehra, Arpita Adhikari, "Study of Clinical and Academic Profile of Children Presenting to the Learning Disability Clinic in a Tertiary Care Centre", Volume 12 Issue 3, March 2023, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 39-44, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=SR23224192311, DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.21275/SR23224192311

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