Learning disabilities are due to genetic, other congenital and/or acquired neuro-biological
factors. They often run in families.
LDs are not caused by factors such as cultural or language differences, inadequate or
inappropriate instruction, socio-economic status or lack of motivation, although any one of these
and other factors may compound the impact of learning disabilities.
Frequently learning disabilities co-exist with other conditions, including attentional, behavioural
and emotional disorders, sensory impairments or other medical conditions