A Learning Disability (also known as an Intellectual Disability) is a PATIENT DIAGNOSIS.

A Learning Disability may have a significant impact on a PERSON's life. A PERSON with a Learning Disability may find it harder than others to learn, understand and communicate.

A PATIENT DIAGNOSIS of a Learning Disability may result in the PATIENT having a DISABILITY.

Some PEOPLE with a Learning Disability may need help with everyday life, such as, personal care, daily living skills or dealing with finances. Other PEOPLE may need full time care and support.

Note: A Learning Difficulty is a type of Special Education Need which affects areas of learning, such as reading, writing, spelling, mathematics etc.

For further information on Learning Disabilities, see the gov.uk website at: Learning disability - applying All Our Health.

This supporting information is also known by these names:

Context	Alias
formerly	Mental Handicap
alsoknownas	Intellectual Disability
plural	Learning Disabilities