Abby Bell is a young adult with nonverbal learning disabilities (NVLD, or nonverbal learning disorder) and ADHD. But it took a long road for her to learn exactly why she struggled.
Misdiagnosed with Asperger’s when she was a young child, Abby had difficulty in social situations and struggled with things like spatial awareness. But when she was 18 and was re-evaluated, she was finally identified as having NVLD.
Hear Abby’s story about her struggles, how she dealt -- and continues to deal -- with them, and what getting the proper diagnosis meant to her.
Then learn more about nonverbal learning disabilities and other social skills issues at Understood.org."
