They are young and old, male and female, from every community and background. Many people don't know about learning disabilities, even though they or someone close to them may have one. Today, there is a new understanding of how learning disabilities affect our lives. And there are many resources to help people help each other.
Society assumes that everyone learns and makes connections in the same way.
This just isn't true. As a result, they can have difficulties at school or at work. They can have problems with their families or in relationships. Their difficulties sometimes make them feel very anxious, discouraged or angry. They may also feel ashamed or embarrassed, or try to hide their frustrations.