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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]The only specific learning disabilities are Dyslexia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia, and auditory processing disorder.[b] ADHD is not considered an LD. [/b]

Low processing speed refers to an index score on the wheschler intelligence tests. So, yes, it is part of what makes up one’s IQ. Lower processing speed will lower one’s FSIQ, though not by a whole lot. [/quote]

I realize ADHD is not specifically considered an LD.  But it can be used to receive accomodations in school and extra time on the SATs (although not always).  I have heard different things about slow processing speed.  Some people say it's part of IQ.  Others say the part of IQ that matters is the GAI.  If the processing speed is signifcantly lower than the GAI, it's seen as something along the lines of a learning disability.  Sometimes in school, these kids are given the label OHI - which seems to be given when you see these unequal scores in iq and there is nothing specific it can be attributed to. [/quote]

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