Is it possible to overcome a learning disability?

It depends on what you mean by "overcome." I think it is possible to some extent. I was told I had a learning disability when I was in about 5th or 6th grade. I don't recall it being given a name, though. So I can't sum it up well. I had difficulty concentrating if I was placed near the back of the class. read more

A person with learning disability can’t really overcome it but can deal with it. Yes, exactly! Learning disability is something that remains with you forever, but how you deal with it is what matters the most. If learning disabled children and adults get proper care and support, then it can be easily dealt with. read more

Kids / Adults cannot overcome learning disability; they may learn to adapt to the norms put in place by the environment. With the right support and intervention children with learning disabilities can succeed in school and go on to lead successful, often distinguished careers later in life. read more

Children with learning disabilities have average or above average intelligence, but have difficulty acquiring skills, such as reading, spelling, writing, or math. A classic sign of a learning disability is an unexplained gap between a child’s expected achievement and actual performance. read more