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How many children are incorrectly diagnosed with learning disorders?
Anywhere between "loads" and "not that many, really"
What dsm axis is enuresis on?
Enuresis is typically diagnosed on Axis I of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM). It falls under the category of "Learning and Developmental Disorders."
How are learning disorders treated?
Once a learning disorder has been diagnosed, an individual education plan (IEP) is developed for the child in question. IEPs are based on psychoeducational test findings.
How are genetic disorders are diagnosed?
Genetic disorders are usually diagnosed by specialists after a person complains of symptoms. Occasionally, they may be diagnosed by geneticists, following a battery of tests.
Are learning disorders Axis I or Axis II disorders?
Learning disabilities are on Axis II.Actually learning disabilities are listed under Axis 1.Axis I focuses on clinical disorders. This axis includes diagnoses like Dementia, Schizophrenia and other Psychotic Disorders, Mood Disorders (like Depression), Anxiety Disorders, Learning Disorders, Eating Disorders, and Adjustment Disorders. It's also important to note that Substance-Related Disorders fall under Axis I.Axis II deals with Personality Disorders like Antisocial Personality Disorder, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, and Narcissistic Personality Disorder. While many disorders ordinarily diagnosed during childhood (i.e. Learning Disorders, Autism, etc) fall under Axis I of the DSM, the DSM classifies Mental Retardation in general under Axis II.
What are the types of learning disorders?
The three main types of learning disorders are reading disorders, mathematics disorders, and disorders of written expression
Can all congenital disorders be diagnosed by amniocentesis?
no
How are mental disorders diagnosed?
Mental disorders are diagnosed by a licensed professional, a number of different tests are used and graded accordingly. Depending on the scores the appropriate diagnosis is made.
What kinds of learning disorders are there?
Some common learning disorders include dyslexia (difficulty with reading), dysgraphia (difficulty with writing), and dyscalculia (difficulty with math). Additionally, conditions such as ADHD and auditory processing disorder can also affect learning.
If you have OCD are you more likely to have other disorders?
Yes, a lot of people diagnosed with OCD also are diagnosed with other anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder and major depressive disorder.
What is another name for Learning disorders?
Learning disabilities
How many children are over diagnosed with ADD?
less than is commonly believed. more often other mood or learning disorders can be misdiagnosed as add/adhd. see www.chadd.org for more information
