Learning Disability with Impairment in Written Expression

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A learning disability with impairment in written expression (formerly known as Dysgraphia) is the inability to write primarily referring to handwriting, but also in terms of coherence. Dysgraphia represents with impaired handwriting, may impact orthographic encoding, and other fine motor skills which may be similar to writing in spite of average to above-average intelligence. This "writing disability" in no way impairs the logical thought process. 

A learning disability with impairment in written expression occurs when there is an issue in the areas of the brain that manage orthographic encoding and is not, in fact, caused by visual impairments. While a disorder which affects the ability to write, Dysgraphia in no way impairs the ability to think or understand complex ideas.

Warning Signs and Symptoms

Symptoms of a learning disability with impairment in written expression do not show significant change as the individual ages. According to the DSM-V, young children, elementary-age children, adolescents, and adults tend to exhibit similar difficulties, including:

• Spelling accuracy
• Grammar and punctuation accuracy
• Clarity or organization of written expression

Source - LDANL