ALL-Ways Learning Counseling Center


Math Difficulties
 
 
 




Struggling to Learn Math


 
 
 
 5 Main Reasons for Difficulties in Math:

1. Inadequate Preparation, not mastering basic math skills at an early age. 

2. Math Anxiety,  negative emotional reactions to math class, math homework, math tests and life activities involving math calculations such as making change.

3. Dyscalculia,
 a neurological learning disability in math that affects 6% of the population. 


4. Dyslexia, affects math as well reading. Found in 6% of the population.


5. Low IQ Level. makes it difficult to comprehend math concepts and procedures. Found in 9% of the population. 




Find out more about the causes and cures for math difficulties from: 
 
Dr. David M. Mills