Despite lot of hard work and above average IQ, Joy is not able to perform even at average level in school. He is facing problems in basic reading and writing. He still is very popular with his friends and is an extravert. Identify the disorder that Joy is suffering from.

Specific Learning Disorder

In case of specific learning disorder, the individual experiences difficulty in perceiving or processing information efficiently and accurately. These get manifested during early school years and the individual encounters problems in basic skills in reading, writing and/or mathematics. The affected child tends to perform below average for her/his age. However, individuals may be able to reach acceptable performance levels with additional inputs and efforts. Specific learning disorder is likely to impair functioning and performance in activities/ occupations dependent on the related skills.