Dyscalculia
Hello everyone! c:
After reading the other posts in this forum I was inspired to write a little about my own learning disability, dyscalculia, which I was once deeply ashamed of but have slowly learned to accept and embrace.
What this means is that I, as an adult, really struggle with numbers and this also affects my memory and hearing. I didn't learn to tell the time or count change until I was eighteen, and even now I double-check and often ask for help to make sure I've got it right. I struggle to grasp time which leaves me with whole hours that can slip by unnoticed and if I have an appointment for example, I would have no idea how much time I would have in-between. I always get my left and right mixed up and can easily become lost and as for directions or following a map - I lose track of what has been said because my mind can't seem to keep hold of all the information.
I want to echo what others have said, in that people with disabilities should not have to face discrimination and be defined by what they cannot do. If given the chance we can blossom and share our unique gifts and perspectives with the world.
If anyone has any further questions about Dyscalculia I would be happy to answer them as best I can. c: