Associated conditions
A lot of people with a learning disability have more than one diagnosis A diagnosis is when a medical professional like a doctor has said you have a certain illness or condition. and have a set of conditions that are unique to them.
Learn about some of the conditions associated with learning disability below.
If you have a learning disability the doctor could give you more than one diagnosis.
You might have a combination of conditions that are unique to you.
Learning difficulty or learning disability?
A learning disability is not the same as a learning difficulty.
Our Easy Read Easy Read is a way of making written information easier to understand. Pictures are usually added next to the writing. explains the difference between a learning disability and a learning difficulty.
Associated conditions
About learning disability
Learning Difficulties
Learning disability is often confused with learning difficulties such as
dyslexia
Dyslexia is a learning difficulty. People who have dyslexia can find it hard to read, write and spell.
, ADHD or Dyspraxia.
Need to talk to someone?
Our free helpline service A service gives people what they need, like healthcare services that help people when they are ill, and support services that give people support. offers advice and support for people with a learning disability, and their families and carers.