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Learning Disorders (Learning Disability) Summary

415 relevant articles (21 outcomes, 54 trials/studies) found for this Disease

Description: Conditions characterized by a significant discrepancy between an individual's perceived level of intellect and their ability to acquire new language and other cognitive skills. These disorders may result from organic or psychological conditions. Relatively common subtypes include DYSLEXIA, dyscalculia, and dysgraphia.

Also Known As: Learning Disability; Learning Disabilities; Learning Disorder; Disability, Learning; Developmental Disorders of Scholastic Skills Show All >>

Key Drugs and Agents for Learning Disorders

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Drugs and Important Biological Agents (IBA) related to treatments:
  1. Methylphenidate (Ritalin) : 3 outcomes 2 studies in 12 results : FDA 21 Generic
  2. sulthiame (sultiam) : 1 outcome 2 studies in 2 results : IBA
  3. Melatonin : 1 outcome 1 study in 2 results : IBA
  4. Mesylates (Mesylate) : 1 outcome 1 study in 1 result : IBA
  5. Midazolam (Versed) : 1 outcome in 5 results : FDA 28 Generic
  6. Psychotropic Drugs (Psychoactive Drugs) : 1 outcome in 4 results : IBA
  7. Phenytoin (Dilantin) : 1 outcome in 3 results : FDA 9 Generic
  8. Scopolamine (Hyoscine) : 1 outcome in 2 results : FDA 3
  9. Nicotine : 1 outcome in 2 results : FDA 9
  10. Indomethacin (Indometacin) : 1 outcome in 1 result : FDA 50 Generic
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Diseases Related to Learning Disorders

  1. Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder)
  2. Epilepsy (Aura)
  3. Brain Injuries (Brain Injury)
  4. Down Syndrome (Down's Syndrome)
  5. Airway Obstruction (Choking)
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Key Therapies for Learning Disorders

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  1. Dental Care : 2 outcomes in 6 results
  2. Biofeedback (Psychology) (Biofeedback) : 1 outcome 4 studies in 8 results
  3. Occupational Therapy (Therapy, Occupational) : 1 outcome 2 studies in 5 results
  4. Massage (Reflexology) : 1 outcome in 2 results
  5. Aftercare (After-Treatment) : 1 outcome in 2 results
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