Dyscalculia is a specific and persistent difficulty in understanding numbers which can lead to a diverse range of difficulties with mathematics, dates, times etc. It will be unexpected about age, level of education and experience and occurs across all ages and abilities.
People sometimes call it math dyslexia, but this can be confusing because dyscalculia is a different condition. It can be associated with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).
Skills and strengths of people with dyscalculia:
Innovative problem solving and troubleshooting; Creative, intuitive and lateral thinking; Stronger in the areas of art, music, design, architecture and engineering; Seeing the bigger picture – strategic thinking and holistic approach.
