Dyscalculia – Causes, Symptoms and Treatment

Things worth knowing about “Dyscalculia”

Dyscalculia is a learning disorder characterized by persistent difficulties with numbers and basic arithmetic. It occurs regardless of overall intelligence or level of education.

What Is Dyscalculia?

Dyscalculia (also referred to as a mathematical learning disability or arithmetic disorder) is a neurologically based learning difficulty that causes persistent problems with understanding numbers, learning number facts, and performing basic mathematical operations. It is not caused by low intelligence, inadequate teaching, or lack of effort — it has biological roots in the brain.

Dyscalculia is classified as a specific learning disorder and is recognized in the ICD-10 (code F81.2) and the DSM-5 as a distinct diagnosis. It affects an estimated 3–7% of school-age children and can persist into adulthood.

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How to Identify Learning Disabilities in Kids

Dyscalculia affects how a child understands numbers and mathematical concepts.

This isn’t just about “being bad at maths.” It’s deeper. A child may struggle to grasp basic ideas like bigger vs smaller, or fail to memorise simple sums like 2+2. Patterns, sequences, and even telling time can feel confusing. Counting, especially backwards, becomes a challenge.

In real life, this shows up in small ways: difficulty handling money, measuring ingredients, or understanding time.

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