# Dyscalculia/Mathematics

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Dyscalculia is a specific **learning disability** that is considered a lifelong 
deficiency and involves mathematics. There is no uniform type of disability when
it comes to mathematics, and the issues faced varies on a case by case basis.

Also called number blindness, children with dyscalculia struggle with basic planning
and scheduling, recognition of digits, timetables, and deadlines, counting as well
as memorizing numbers, prices and phone numbers.
 Signs of Dyscalculia

Parents and teachers alike must be aware of the signs that children exhibit. These
can manifest during elementary or secondary school as well. Like we alluded to earlier,
learning disabilities involving mathematics can be wide-ranging, identification 
of warning signs can be quite tricky.

A pertinent example of a sign of dyscalculia is when a child’s speaking, reading
and writing capabilities are perfectly fine, but they cannot process mathematical
equations. Another instance of a symptom is when kids have a good memory for everything,
but struggle when it comes to memorizing numbers or digits, especially sequential
ones.

Furthermore, children may also exhibit difficulty when it comes to the concept of
time. They may become forgetful of schedules and timetables. This will result in
these children being late quite often and skipping classes.

Children with dyscalculia are also navigationally challenged. They lack an acceptable
sense of direction and are disoriented quite easily. As kids are encouraged to exercise
mental mathematics, this is another area where a **learning disability** can be 
detected.

Another way to identify dyscalculia in children is when they participate in games.
For example, if a child is playing a strategy based game like chess or a role-playing
game (RPG), and he is having considerable trouble, then that is another indication
that he may have dyscalculia.

**Tackling the Disability**
 The most critical aspect of combating a **learning 
disability** like dyscalculia is that parents and teachers must work harder with
such children. They cannot succeed without legitimate attention to detail and additional
effort.

Support for dyscalculia focuses on individualized educational interventions and 
accommodations. The [National Institute of Child Health and Human Development](https://www.nichd.nih.gov/health/topics/learning/conditioninfo/treatment)
describes approaches such as visual techniques, memory aids, and practice with appropriate
tools. A qualified professional can evaluate learning needs and any co-occurring
concerns; treatment for another condition should not be described as a medication
treatment for dyscalculia itself.

Teachers are advised to encourage children to focus on their strengths as opposed
to highlighting their weaknesses. This is considered to be the primary step of tackling
dyscalculia and learning issues in general.

Besides providing children with a school setting that is understanding and makes
them feel at ease, teachers must devise a deliberate strategy to allow their students
to succeed not just within the confines of a classroom, but beyond that also.

The same applies to parents, and they must be vigilant when it comes to their children.
If both parties can execute mathematical exercises like using graph paper instead
of regular sheets, that may go a long way in helping children with dyscalculia.