Does My Child Just Hate Maths, Or Is There Something More To It?

“I hate maths!” might not be an unfamiliar phrase you hear from your child. But is there more to it? A Specific Learning Disorder in Mathematics (also commonly known as Dyscalculia) is a condition that affects a child's ability to understand and work with numbers. Here are some signs that your child may have dyscalculia:

1. Difficulty understanding and remembering basic math concepts such as counting, addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.

2. Struggles with basic math facts such as memorizing multiplication tables or basic addition and subtraction facts.

3. Difficulty understanding and using mathematical symbols such as +, -, x, /, <, >.

4. Difficulty with spatial reasoning and understanding spatial relationships, such as left and right, up and down, or in and out.

5. Difficulty with understanding time, including telling time, and understanding the passage of time.

6. Difficulty with mental math and estimating numbers.

7. Struggles with word problems and understanding how to apply mathematical concepts to real-life situations.

If you notice your child struggling with any of these areas, it's important to seek help from a qualified professional such as a psychologist, or a paediatrician who can refer you to the appropriate professional.

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Sarah Kruse
​Provisional Psychologist