Dyscalculia: Difficulties in Making Arithmetical Calculation

Abstract

Among learning disorders, dyscalculia remains less well-known and understood within the field of education. Research shows that children with dyscalculia face various challenges at schools and in their day-to-day life, situating this disorder as one demanding immense recognition. This chapter will address dyscalculia and its impact on different age groups by examining various theories of dyscalculia. Some research shows that the literature has tended to focus on particular difficulties and symptoms experienced by different age groups. Upon review, it becomes evident that research regarding dyscalculia has not yet been examined from a cohesive perspective, illustrating a lack of unification that undermines a more global understanding of this condition. Thus, this chapter aims to provide school rehabilitation professionals an overview of dyscalculia, useful definitions and characteristics, the diagnosis methods, and the current treatment procedures and interventions.