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Get the free dyscalculia screener here https://learningsuccess.ai/dyscalculia-test/ If your child struggles with math despite working incredibly hard, it might not be about effort—it could be dyscalculia, a learning difference that affects how the brain processes mathematical information. In this episode, I break down what dyscalculia really is (hint: it's not just "being bad at math&quot...

Get your child's free dyslexia screener and roadmap here https://learningsuccess.ai/dyslexia-test/ For 23 years, the International Dyslexia Association told millions of children that dyslexia is "for life." In 2025, they finally released a new definition—and buried in it is an admission that changes everything. In this episode, I break down the exact sentence that proves they knew al...

Start a free trial of the Learning Success System and get your child's free analysis and 12 week action plan https://learningsuccess.ai/membership/all-access/ The International Dyslexia Association (IDA) has released a groundbreaking new definition of dyslexia—and it changes everything for struggling readers and their families. The old “wait to fail” model is officially outdated. Lowered expec...

Start a Free Trial of the Learning Success All Access Program and get your action plan within 48 hours. Don't wait to get your child on track. https://learningsuccess.ai/membership/all-access/ In this episode of "Learning Success: Your Questions Answered," Laura Lurns addresses what parents need to know about recognizing early mathematical challenges in preschool and elementary-aged...

Start a Free Trial of the Learning Success All Access Program and get your action plan within 48 hours. Don't wait to get your child on track. https://learningsuccess.ai/membership/all-access/ In this episode of Learning Success: Your Questions Answered, Laura Lurns tackles one of the most common questions from worried parents: "What is dyscalculia?" You'll learn why the medical...

Host Laura Lurns speaks to parents witnessing their child’s heartbreaking struggles with math, marked by tears and frustration over seemingly simple problems, often linked to dyscalculia. She reframes dyscalculia not as a lifelong barrier but as a different way the brain processes numbers, comparable to being left-handed in a right-handed world. Drawing on neuroplasticity research, including a stu...

Host Laura Lurns addresses parents concerned about their preschooler’s early signs of dyslexia, such as struggling with similar shapes, confusing sounds like ‘p’ and ‘b,’ or difficulty following multi-step instructions. She highlights how these visual, auditory, and language processing challenges—often mistaken for developmental delays—predict future reading difficulties but can be addressed early...

Host Laura Lurns addresses the emotional toll parents witness when their dyslexic child comes home exhausted, defeated, or in tears from the cognitive marathon of a school day. She explains how dyslexia creates overwhelming mental demands due to challenges in auditory processing, visual processing, and working memory, forcing the brain to work harder than peers’ for basic tasks. Backed by research...

Host Laura Lurns speaks to concerned parents noticing their kindergartener struggling with reading—persistent letter reversals like b and d, guessing words instead of decoding, or difficulty connecting letters to sounds. Validating these instincts, Laura shares research showing 87.5% accuracy in parental predictions of future difficulties and explains underlying issues like visual discrimination,...

In this uplifting episode, host Laura Lurns addresses the heartache parents feel when their child struggles with math due to dyscalculia, a condition affecting 3-7% of children. If your child dreads math homework, feels overwhelmed by basic addition, or believes they're "stupid at math," Laura offers hope and practical solutions grounded in neuroscience. She explains how dyscalculia stems from cha...

Host Laura Lurns explores the emotional question many parents face: "Did I pass on my math difficulties to my child?" In this reassuring episode, she delves into the science of genetics and dyscalculia, revealing that while math struggles have a significant hereditary component—evidenced by twin studies showing 58% concordance in identical twins and family patterns where difficulties are...

In this inspiring episode, host Laura Lurns addresses the emotional and practical challenges parents face when their child struggles with math due to dyscalculia. If your child freezes during math homework, forgets concepts overnight, or finds basic number tasks overwhelming, Laura offers hope and actionable solutions. She challenges the traditional focus on diagnosing dyscalculia, emphasizing ins...

Join host Laura Lurns in this heartfelt and empowering episode that tackles the challenges of dyscalculia, a learning difficulty affecting 3-7% of children who struggle with math despite their intelligence and creativity. If your child dreads math homework, cries over numbers, or feels like they're "just not a math person," this episode is for you. Laura explains the science behind d...

In this empowering episode of the Learning Success Podcast, host Laura Lurns addresses the baffling inconsistencies many parents observe in their children's abilities—excelling in reading complex stories or creative writing, yet faltering on basic math concepts like comparing numbers or estimating quantities. Laura clarifies that these aren't signs of laziness or low intelligence but distinct lear...

In this eye-opening episode of the Learning Success Podcast, host Laura Lurns explores the hidden connections between your child's math struggles and everyday challenges like clumsiness, difficulty tying shoes, or forgetting multi-step instructions. Drawing on neuroscience research, Laura reveals how dyscalculia isn't just about numbers—it's linked to spatial awareness, motor planning,...

In this insightful episode of our specific learning disabilities questions answered podcast series, we dive deep into the often-overlooked world of dyscalculia—a specific learning disability that affects a child's ability to understand numbers, perform math operations, and grasp mathematical concepts. If you've ever wondered why your child struggles with counting, telling time, or basic ar...