1 in 5 children in the U.S. have learning and attention issues

Children with dyslexia, ADHD and other kinds of learning and attention issues are as smart as their peers. But without the right support, many fall behind academically and struggle socially. They’re more likely to repeat a grade, get in trouble at school or with the law, drop out and struggle as adults to find work. But this downward spiral can be prevented.

This data-intensive report form NCLD provides insights into the challenges facing the 1 in 5 as well as specifics on how to improve outcomes in school, work and the community.

NCLD’s The State of LD: Understanding Learning and Attention Issues is available online at http://www.ncld.org/the-state-of-learning-disabilities-understanding-the-1-in-5