LDANB Fact Sheets - Adults and LD

The authors begin by explaining that assistive technology refers to any piece of equipment, product or system that directly assists, maintains, or improves the functional capabilities of people with learning disabilities.

In this brief document, the authors note that the formal identification and disclosure of the presence of a learning disability can benefit both the employee, by helping him keep a job, and the employer, by reducing costly staff turnover.

The authors describe signs that an employee may have a learning disability, including performance inconsistency; communication confusion; poor coordination; and difficulty concentrating.

The author of this fact sheet explains that learning disabilities can present challenges in personal relationships, as well as in school and workplace settings. The learning disability may affect the way a person processes information, organizes time and tasks, and communicates with others, all of which are factors that can cause friction in a relationship.