IEPs: The 13 disability categories
On this Understood Explains podcast episode, Juliana Urtubey explains the 13 disability categories under the federal IDEA law and how your child must fall under one to qualify for an IEP.| Understood
On this Understood Explains podcast episode, Juliana Urtubey explains the 13 disability categories under the federal IDEA law and how your child must fall under one to qualify for an IEP.| Understood
What are developmental delays? What causes them? A developmental delay means a child is continually behind in gaining the skills expected by a certain age. Read more.| Understood
What is written expression disorder? Find out how disorder of written expression relates to dysgraphia, symptoms of written expression disorder, and more.| Understood
Dyslexia is a lifelong learning disorder that affects reading, spelling, and writing. With specialized instruction, people can improve literacy skills so the challenges lessen.| Understood
Dyscalculia is a math learning disability that makes it hard to make sense of and work with numbers. Read about what dyscalculia means, symptoms, and how to help.| Understood
Autism is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects how people interact with others and the world. People talk about autism spectrum disorder in different ways. Learn more.| Understood
What is ADHD? Use this ADHD guide to understand attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder and how people with ADHD (or ADD) can thrive.| Understood
A language disorder is a type of communication disorder that affects using and understanding spoken language. Learn about language disorder diagnosis and treatment.| Understood
What is auditory processing disorder? Auditory processing disorder (APD) refers to problems in how the brain understands speech. Learn about APD symptoms and treatment.| Understood
Parent Training and Information Centers provide free help to families whose kids have a disability. Learn about parent training centers and how to find a PTI.| Understood
Read how to find out if your child is eligible for special education. Learn about independent educational evaluations and IEP programs for your child.| Understood
What is the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)? IDEA is a federal law that lays out children’s rights in special education. Here’s how it works.| Understood
IEPs in school: An Individualized Education Program (IEP) is a written education plan designed to meet a child’s learning needs. Learn about the purpose of an IEP and the IEP process in this guide.| Understood
