Teens talk about learning disabilities and differences
By: edited by Jennifer Landau
Series: Teen voices : real teens discuss real problems; Teen voices (Rosen YA (Firm))
Published: 2018
Language: eng
Number of pages: 64
ISBN-13: 9781508176527; 9781508176602; 9781508176367
Subjects: Learning disabilities; Education; Juvenile literature; Biography; Teenagers with mental disabilities
Description: For a teen diagnosed with a learning disability or difference, schoolwork can be an enormous challenge. The first-person accounts in this compelling book offer real-life stories about struggling with attention-deficit disorder, dyslexia, Asperger's, and other issues. Whether searching for a school where they can succeed or finding their creative voice, the teens move forward with grit and determination. Told in engaging and accessible prose, this book provides young adults with a road map as they learn to advocate for themselves so they can receive the education they deserve.
Notes: "Featuring Q&As with Teen health & wellness's Dr. Jan."

Includes bibliographical references (pages 57-61) and index.

Grade 7 to 12.
Table of contents: title: Teens talk about attention deficit disorder; title: Teens talk about dyslexia; title: Teens talk about learning differences; title: Teens talk about Asperger's syndrome and nonverbal learning disability.