Treatment:

Special education services may include specialist help, individualized tutoring, or special day classes. Every individual has different requirements and an Individual Education Plan should be created for each child. Positive reinforcement is important as many students with learning disabilities have poor self-esteem. Psychological counseling may be helpful.

Expectations (prognosis):

Marked improvement in reading and understanding can be achieved with remedial instruction. However, difficulties with reading may persist throughout adulthood.

Complications:

• Problems in school, including behavior problems (an indirect result, such as a reaction to teasing by other children) and loss of self-esteem
• Problems with reading in adulthood, which may result in occupational problems in certain careers, particularly if the problem was not addressed early

Calling your health care provider:

Call your health care provider if your child appears to be having trouble learning to read.