“I’m just bad at math.” Sound familiar? If you or someone you know has difficulty with mental arithmetic, has trouble measuring ingredients, or has problems applying math to money, it may be more than just being bad at math. Dyscalculia, a learning disability, affects an individual’s ability to perform basic math skills, such as counting or recognizing math symbols. Identifying patients with dyscalculia can be difficult because it encompasses a broad range of difficulties. Much like those with dyslexia, individuals with dyscalculia are often labeled 'slow' or 'reluctant' learners who are just bad at math. Here are signs you or someone you know may have dyscalculia.
