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Definition of Dyscalculia
Medically reviewed by Dr. Otari Nergadze, Neurosurgeon | Updated: January 2026
Dyscalculia: A specific developmental disability that affects a person's ability to conceptualize and perform mathematics. Mild cases can often be compensated for with use of a calculator, but those with severe dyscalculia need special education services.