Learning Disorder/Psychoeducational Evaluations

Dyslexia/Learning Disorder with Impairment in Reading

A learning disorder with impairment in reading (formerly known as dyslexia) may involve the following challenges:

• Word decoding - Difficulty sounding out written words and struggling to match letters to their proper sounds.
• Fluency - Difficulty reading quickly, accurately, and with proper expression (if reading aloud).
• Poor reading comprehension - Having trouble understanding what they read.

If you observe these challenges in your child, Dr. Medlin can complete academic testing, along with a measure of intellectual functioning, to assess for a learning disorder with impairment in reading. 

Dysgraphia/Learning Disorder with Impairment in Written Expression

Dysgraphia is a neurological disorder of written expression that impairs writing ability and fine motor skills. It is a learning disorder that affects children and adults, and interferes with practically all aspects of the writing process, including spelling, legibility, word spacing and sizing, and written expression.

When assessing for dysgraphia, Dr. Medlin will assess fine motor speed and dexterity, spelling skills, ability to write sentences, and the child's visuospatial and visuomotor skills. 

Dyscalculia/ Learning Disorder with Impairment in Mathematics

Dyscalculia is a learning disorder that affects a person’s ability to complete math. Dyscalculia affects brain areas that handle math- and number-related skills and understanding. 

If your child is performing below expected levels in math, even after additional supports were provided, Dr. Medlin can assess your child's math skills to determine if a learning disorder is present.