Learning Disabilities and/or ADHD with Coexisting Conditions

Many children with LD (learning disabilities) or ADHD have coexisting conditions (source: American Academy of Pediatrics and International Dyslexia Association).

Makenzie Wesner, a behavioral and developmental pediatric nurse practitioner, offers an expert and meticulous approach to understanding these diverse and complex behaviors:

- It is estimated that 30% of those with dyslexia have coexisting ADHD
- Children with Learning Disabilities and ADHD frequently have motor skills disorder
- Up to 35% of ­children with ADHD also have oppositional defiant disorder or conduct disorder
- 25% of children with ADHD also have an anxiety disorder
- About 18% of children with ADHD also have mood disorders such as depression or bipolar disorder

This webinar was presented on October 20, 2021 and was funded by First 5 Santa Clara County.

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