Therapists specialising in Intellectual Disabilities

» Symptoms

• Trouble speaking
• Trouble understanding
• Convulsions
• Repetition of words - stuttering

» Definition Communication disorders are those that affect speech, language, and hearing. The symptoms vary depending on the particular type of communication disorder, but they generally center around problems communicating. Therapy and counseling are both helpful with the treatment of various communication disorders.

» Symptoms

• Using sounds incorrectly
• Omitting sounds
• Trouble being understood
• Social problems 
• Academic difficulties

» Definition Phonological disorder is the inability to use speech and sound for communication. Symptoms of this communication disorder include failure to use sound correctly, substituting sounds inappropriately, and omitting sounds altogether. Therapy and counseling are helpful with treatment for phonological disorder, especially if started as soon as the problem is diagnosed.

» Symptoms

• Memory problems
• Problems with judgment, perception or reasoning 
• Depression
• Irritability
• Anxiety
• Aggression
• Apathy

» Definition Other cognitive disorders are mild versions of cognitive disorders that do not fit into other categories. Symptoms include memory impairment, depression, irritability, behavioral problems, apathy, as well as other physical and mental problems. Treatment with counseling and therapy can help minimize the risks associated with other cognitive disorders.

» Symptoms

• Anxiety
• Panic attacks
• Housebound for long periods
• Dependence on others
• Fear of being alone
• Fear of losing control in public
• Feelings of detachment
• Feelings of helplessness
• Feeling that the body or environment are unreal
• Unusual temper or agitation with trembling or twitching

» Definition Agoraphobia is a fear of being someplace where help may not be available. Psychotherapy is helpful in the treatment of agoraphobia.

» Symptoms

• Trouble reading
• Trouble spelling
• Trouble reasoning
• Trouble writing

» Definition A learning disability is a neurological disorder that affects a person's ability to learn new things and advance in life. It may appear as a difficulty with reading, writing, spelling, memory, or other intellectual problems. Treatment for learning disabilities is available and will vary depending on the particular type of learning disability exhibited.

» Symptoms

• Slow reading
• Poor reading comprehension
• Missing words when reading
• Reversal of words when reading
• Limited vocabulary
• Trouble in social settings
• Trouble with interpersonal relationships

» Definition A reading disorder is one that impairs a person's reading accuracy, speed, or comprehension. Symptoms include difficulty reading and falling behind academically. Treatment for a reading disorder is possible with therapy and counseling.