Mathematic Disorder is part of a larger category called Learning
Disorders. A child diagnosed as having a mathematic disorder typically
performs at a lower level in math than would be expected given age and
intelligence level.
Children with mathematic disorder tend to have difficulty
understanding or naming mathematical terms, using math in every day
life, or decoding math symbols. A child might also have difficulty
copying numbers and figures correctly, observing operational signs, such
as plus signs or minus signs, counting objects, learning the
multiplication tables, or remember basic mathematical functions such as
carrying numbers.
A mathematic disorder can greatly interfere with daily life, as many
activities in our world require a basic knowledge of math. The federal
government requires schools to assist children with learning
disabilities in their classroom experience. Lessons can be geared to the
child's level or written in a way the child can best understand what is
being presented, or, extra time can be given to take tests, to name a
few strategies that could be used.