[Children at risk for learning disorders].

INTRODUCTION

To find what is meant by normal learning, it is essential to understand learning difficulties not only from the anatomical but also from the functional point of view.

DEVELOPMENT

We review the literature concerning risk factors for learning difficulties in order to treat them early on and attain satisfactory long-term development.

CONCLUSIONS

Learning difficulties are the largest groups of disorders in everyday neuropaediatric practice. It should be remembered that in most children with learning difficulties there are undiagnosed preexisting neurological disorders, which come to light on reaching an age at which improved academic achievement is obligatory.