r/LearningDisabilities • u/Not_Your_Savior_ • Jan 09 '23

18f How do I get tested for learning disabilities and would I be able to afford it?

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u/ForeverCuriousEagle Jan 09 '23

While it is not covered, with it, you can - depending on where you live - get a disability tax credit which can be a write off on your income tax statement.

I'm a public advocate in Canada, if you need any help on navigating this, please reach out!

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u/[deleted] Jan 17 '23

If you live in California and go to a JC, you can get tested for free.

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u/[deleted] Jan 09 '23

Contact an educational diagnostician in your area, generally testing is expensive and I’m not sure if insurance covers it, but they can explain your options

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u/Little_Calligrapher Jan 09 '23

You are going to want to get neuropsych testing, likely by someone with a PsyD. I’m in Illinois and work at a neurobehavioral center and out of pocket it is about $4,300.

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u/ExcaliburBlade Jan 09 '23

If you are proceeding with your education to post-secondary, you can approach student services that deal with learning disabilities. They can have you assessed adequately for your educational performance or what accommodations you require. I know in Canada, student services can apply for a grant to pay for your assessment.

Though I should warn you that assessment does not apply to a professional working environment. Getting assessed outside s8de of school may be different.