A learning disorder cannot be cured – the problem in the brain that causes the disorder lasts throughout the patient’s lifetime. However, special education techniques can help patients to improve their ability to read, write or perform mathematics. Many people with learning disorders learn to succeed at school and can become accomplished in areas that require academic excellence.

A specialist in learning disorders can help a patient with new methods of learning that focus on the patient’s learning strengths while compensating for areas of weakness. Federal law in the United States guarantees that children in public schools with learning disabilities receive extra help. Specialists are also available to help treat adults who are diagnosed with learning disorders.

Treatment of disorder of written expression is more difficult, as less is known about the condition than about other learning disorders.

Medications to treat a child’s hyperactivity and individual and family psychotherapy are also sometimes part of a treatment plan.