LD online Research and Reports - Thirty years ago, the term "learning disability" did not exist. Thanks to researchers around the world, we have made great progress at understanding and giving names to the various disorders that are now recognized as learning disabilities. New research continues, and we're learning new information all the time. We have gathered together both the latest and most ground breaking articles for this research and reports section.
Several federal laws are designed to protect your child's educational rights. If your child has a learning disability (LD), he or she may qualify for additional protections. As a parent, it is important for you to understand these rights so you can advocate for your child.
American Academy of Neurology - Evalatuion of the Child with Microcephaly - Q & A with Authros Stephen Ashwal, MD, FAAN and David Michelson, MD , Sep 2009
Dystonia Medical Research Foundation - What is Dystonia - How is Dystonia Diagnosed - Prognosis - Forms of Dystonia, Frequently Asked Questions and Glossary
Cerebral Palsy and Severe Spasticity Facts at Medtronic - Definition - Causes - Risk Factors - Symptoms - Diagnosis - Spasticity Management information and more
PEDIATRICS - Official Journal of the Americal Academy of Pediatrics - Clinical Practice Guidelines - Classification and Definition of Disorders Causing Hypertonia in Childhood