Learning disability is a general term that describes specific kinds of learning problems. A learning disability can cause a person to have trouble learning and using certain skills. The skills most often affected are: reading, writing, listening, speaking, reasoning, and doing math.
“Learning disabilities” is not the only term used to describe these difficulties. Others include:
dyslexia—which refers to difficulties in reading;
dysgraphia—which refers to difficulties in writing; and
dyscalcula—which refers to difficulties in math.