The NVLD Project

Are you curious about what separates NVLD and Asperger's? This Futurity article looks at the neuropsychological differences between the two disorders, as well as the anatomical similarities. Check it out here: futurity.org/brain-structur…

understood.org/en/community-e…"Who are you to tell me what I’m not good at? I thought to myself. In my heart, I just wanted to run. Running around the gym 10 times would make me smile. When I ran, I felt alive. I felt free. I felt unstoppable."

When I was younger, my family always knew I was unique in a way that other kids weren’t. I was very observant of things around me that others weren’t. I had different interests than my peers and struggled a lot more than other kids. .nvld.org/finally-diagno…

A recent Journal of the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry report introduces consensus criteria for Developmental Visual-Spatial Disorder (DVSD), redefining Nonverbal Learning Disability (NVLD).

"Over the years I have been asked by my former support team what my secret was for being successful in college as so many like myself didn’t make it through college. The truth is there aren’t any secrets to my success." nvld.org/part-ahow-is-b…

Marielle is a social advocate for NVLD and has written this blog expressing her frustration and disappointment with certain work environments regarding NVLD. nvld.org/supporting-an-…

"The things I find challenging are pretty common for someone with NVLD, ADHD and learning challenges which are attention, focusing, visual-spatial skills, and expressive and receptive language." nvld.org/what-its-like-…

It is too chilly to go cycling outdoors, but it is good to know your activities for spring. Read Kristen blog "Why Every Individual Should Take Up Cycling" and plan ahead ! nvld.org/cycling/

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In this article, Cameron discusses some of the hardships he faced and reminds us to be proud of each day's little accomplishments. Read more about Cameron's story in the link below. nvld.org/alright-to-not…

"After all, within the bounds of the university, the learning disabled are meant to be studied, pitied, regarded under noses." Kristin, one of our Project Social Ambassadors, shares her thoughts and reflections on being a learning disabled Ph.D. nvld.org/reflections-on…

Yeshiva University's Ferkauf Graduate School of Psychology launched The Lemle Clinic, a first-of-its-kind clinic dedicated to assessing and treating the challenges that individuals with Non-Verbal Learning Disorder (NVLD) experience. yu.edu/news/yu/yeshiv…

An invite is open to everyone! Join us for our fifth annual cocktail party on November 13th at The Century Association from 6:00PM - 8:30PM! Please use the link in our bio to purchase your tickets and participate in helping raise awareness and funding for NVLD.

At 12, I wrote about my internal conflict: to approach other kids OR stay silent. My peers isolated me. I felt Invisible & Unheard. Please watch my story put to animation by @thenvldproject (youtu.be/Kc2HN8CW-5M?si) or read it here: nvld.org/my-story/ #nvld #neurodiverse

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Trauma can initiate strong emotions and physical reactions that can persist long after events occur. It could also disrupt Executive Function (EF) skills which are foundations in key areas such as critical thinking, decision making, and executing tasks. reflectionsciences.com/covid-19-stude…

Project Social Ambassador Erin shares what #advocacy means to her in this NCLD article! Check it out! ncld.org/news/we-are-al…

With over 350 members and a variety of topics, our online community support group is a great place to ask questions, get advice, and connect with others affected by NVLD. inspire.com/groups/non-ver…

"While I am not a special education teacher or another provider like a school psychologist I am very familiar with what NVLD students truly need to overcome the disability and have success. " nvld.org/advice-for-nvl…