Specific learning differences (SpLDs)
Specific learning differences (SpLDs) can include
- Dyslexia
- Dyspraxia
- Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD)
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
- Developmental conditions such as Autistic Spectrum Condition.
How the Disability Advisory Service can support you with Specific learning differences (SpLDs)
- support you with your Disabled Student Allowances application
- provide DSA-funded specialist Mentors (where eligible)
- liaise with academic departments, so that you have the support you need on your course
- support via central departments such as the Examinations Office and Accommodation
- help you make contact with a Medical practice, University Counselling Service, the Reading Students' Union
Helpful resources
- Autism and Aspergers further information
- Continuing ADHD Medication at University
- Guide to support for Dyslexic/SpLD students
- Disability Advisory Service guides
- Disability funding support
- University support and adjustments
- Appeal your non-medical help support
- Appeal your SFE funded non-medical help support
- BRAINinHE: a comprehensive resource on dyslexia and other specific learning difficulties at university with detailed definitions and suggested strategies.
- British Dyslexia Association: has general information and advice on dyslexia.
- Dyspraxia Foundation: supports individuals affected by dyspraxia.
- Adders: information and support for people affected by ADD and AD(H)D. Mostly aimed at families but research articles are useful.
Can I apply for Disabled Students' Allowance?
Can I be assessed at the University of Reading?
I do not have an official diagnosis, but I describe myself as living with an SpLD
I have already been assessed by a suitably qualified professional and diagnosed with a SpLD
I am at university now, I think I might have a SpLD, but I don’t have any evidence. What do I do now?
Is there any funding to help me with the cost of an assessment?
What counts as evidence for a SpLD?