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Peer reviewedMazzocco, Michele M. M. – Journal of Learning Disabilities, 2001
This study examined whether indicators of math learning disability were observed in 35 5- and 6-year-olds with either neurofibromatosis, Turner Syndrome, or fragile X syndrome and compared to controls. Findings indicate that girls with fragile X or Turner syndrome but not neurofibromatosis are significantly more likely to have specific math…
Descriptors: Congenital Impairments, Females, Genetics, Learning Disabilities
Peer reviewedMazzocco, Michele M. M.; Myers, Gwen F. – Annals of Dyslexia, 2003
Findings from a prospective longitudinal study of math disability (MD) addressed its incidence during primary school, the utility of different MD definitions, and evidence of MD subtypes. Findings indicated only 22 of 209 participants demonstrated "persistent MD"; reading disability was more frequent in this group; and reading related skills and…
Descriptors: Incidence, Learning Disabilities, Longitudinal Studies, Mathematical Aptitude
