Nonverbal Learning Disorders

According to experts we use of non-verbal language 65% of the time.

Nonverbal learning disorders (NLD) are also called right-hemisphere learning disorders. NLD is a neurological based learning disorder. This is a complicated learning disorder because it's hard to identify, it often remains undiagnosed, and the children who have it, tend to be misdiagnosed.

Children with NLD possess strong skills particularly in the area of language development and rote memory. However, because of the child's inability to interpret non-verbal cues in his environment, it is very difficult for him to understand and respond appropriately.

Children who have NLD exhibit delays in the following areas:

1. Motor--difficulties in coordination and balance.

2. Visual--spatial-organizational-difficulties in visual-spatial recall and perceptions.

3. Social--difficulties in recognizing non-verbal cues and nuances, the inability to interact at an age-appropriate social level, and immature reactions and judgments in comparison to peers.

4. Coping--difficulties in assimilating to new concepts and environments.