The Dyslexia Association states two definitions for Dyscalculia:
1) "Dyscalculia is a condition that affects the ability to acquire arithmetical skills. Dyscalculic learners may have difficulty understanding simple number concepts, lack an intuitive grasp of numbers, and have problems learning number facts and procedures. Even if they produce a correct answer or use a correct method, they may do so mechanically and without confidence." (The National Numeracy Strategy (DfES, 2001))
2) "[The] DSM-5 defines Dyscalculia as a specific learning disorder, an impediment in mathematics, evidencing problems with: Number sense[,] Memorisation of arithmetic facts[,] Accurate and fluent calculation[, and] Accurate math reasoning." (The Dyslexia Association, n.d.)
When I talk about Dyscalculia in this episode, I am specifically referring to Developmental Dyscalculia. There is such a thing as Acquired Dyscalculia, which is often acquired through trauma to the brain.
To create this episode, I used information provided by The Dyslexia Association which can be found here: https://www.dyslexia.uk.net/specific-learning-difficulties/dyscalculia/the-signs-of-dyscalculia/, https://www.dyslexia.uk.net/specific-learning-difficulties/dyscalculia/
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