As encompassed in federal legislation for educational assistance to handicapped children, includes disabilities originating before age 18 that constitute substantial barriers to normal functioning. Use a more specific term if possible.
conditions characterized by a significant discrepancy between an individual's perceived level of intellect and their ability to acquire new language and other cognitive skills; may result from organic or psychological conditions.
According to U.S. federal legislation, learning problems that are due to visual, hearing, or motor handicaps, mental retardation, emotional disturbance or environmental, cultural, or economic disadvantage. Compare LEARNING DISABILITIES.
Delays in any or all areas including cognitive, social, language, sensory, and emotional development.
Also applicable to/known as
Developmental disorder NOS
Learning disorder NOS
ICD-9-CM Volume 2 Index Entries That Refer To 315.9
2009 ICD-9-CM Diagnosis Code 315.9
315.9
