learning difficulties
Britishplural noun
Usage
This is now the standard umbrella term to cover both difficulties created by specific conditions, such as dyslexia, and by less than average intellectual skills
Example Sentences
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He later went on to work with children with learning difficulties, which shaped his education philosophy about prioritising individual differences.
From Barron's • May 13, 2026
Rev Cheshire has to attend frequent medical appointments with Adam, who is autistic, including for his profound learning difficulties, as well as hearing and sight impairments.
From BBC • Nov. 28, 2025
Mr Baker had a rare genetic condition which caused severe learning difficulties, as well as epilepsy and difficulty swallowing.
From BBC • Nov. 6, 2025
Sir Ed, 59, and his wife Emily have a 17-year-old son called John, who has a neurological condition and learning difficulties, and a daughter, Ellie.
From BBC • Oct. 12, 2025
I’m meant to say that they have learning difficulties or that they have special needs.
From "The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time" by Mark Haddon
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