Another type of learning disorders is the writing disability. Dysgraphia, one type of these disorders, is characterized by an inability to identify forms in letters, written letters and to comprehend the relationship between written letter, sound and spoken words. The disorder of dysgraphia has been associated with difficulty with fine motor skills such as motor [...]
A learning disability, also known as a learning disorder, prohibits an individual from learning in a normal manner. These types of disorders affect the brain’s ability to receive and process information. This impedes an individual’s capability to learn as quickly or in the same manner as someone without a learning disorder. Learning disorders are expected [...]
Social anxiety disorder affects the lives of nearly 15 million people. It is marked by a powerful fear of negative public examination. The individual is afraid of being embarrassed or humiliated in front of others. Usually the individual’s lack of social skills perpetuates the fear. The most common example of social anxiety disorder is the [...]
Equally common among men and women, obsessive-compulsive disorder commonly known as OCD, usually begins in childhood. The annual cost of OCD is $148 billion. OCD is a disorder that is characterized by repetitive obsession and compulsions. Some examples of the manifestation of this category of disorders include the following: persistent thoughts, walking in a [...]
Approximately 6.8 million people suffer from the anxiety disorder of generalized anxiety disorder (GAD). Women are twice as likely to suffer from GAD and comorbidity is very likely. GAD is a disorder that is long-lasting and does not have a focus on a particular object or situation. Everyday living is filled with persistent fear and [...]
There are many misconceptions and false information about anxiety disorders. They afflict 40 million adults aged 18 years and older. Anxiety disorders are the most common mental illness in the United States and costs $42 billion a year. The cost is based on repeated use of health care services. For example, an individual with an [...]
It is estimated that approximately 28 million Americans have a hearing disorder. Further, the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders states that hearing disorders are a higher rate among men. Additionally, hearing disorders among children is on the rise; 2 to 3 of 1,000 children in the United States is either hard-of-hearing or [...]
Individuals who are hard-of-hearing have differing amounts of hearing loss. Yet the amount of hearing loss is not enough to be classified as deaf. This hearing disorder can be frustrating because the quality of hearing can vary from one situation to another. In order to cope, they utilize hearing aids and lip-reading to supplement their [...]
There are several causes of hearing disorders. Long-term exposure to environmental noise has been found to be a major contributor to hearing disorders or loss. Examples of environmental noises include living near airports or freeways, car stereos, children’s toys, crowds and hair dryers. Noise levels are measured in decibels (dB). The higher the decibel level, [...]
Obstructive sleep apnea is yet another sleep disorder that can prevent you from getting a good night’s rest. The obstruction of the airway during sleep causes a lack of sufficient deep sleep. This disorder is usually accompanied by snoring and for some no breathing for a period of time. The throat may become sore due [...]