I don't seem to be clear on one point - maybe more.
As part of the definition of LD (at least the discrepancy  
definition), LD students possess average or above average intelligence.
Then why do they seem to be treated as mentally challenged in terms  
of providing them with practical, life skills?
Isn't the goal to unlock that intelligence and help them cope with  
academic tasks that non-LD students/learners cope with?
It sounds fatalistic when the verdict seems to be that we cannot help  
them overcome their learning/processing disability and achieve as  
other learners do.
Bill Fagan