Dyscalculia – sometimes referred to as “number dyslexia” – is a difficulty in understanding and working with numbers.
It’s thought around one in 20 children struggle with the learning difficulty, which is also a form of neurodivergence.
People with dyscalculia will typically process and understand numbers and mathematical concepts differently to neurotypical people.
One of the signs of this learning difference, according to Evolve Psychology, is difficulty counting backwards.
Other signs include:
- Mixing up numbers like 6 and 9
- Still using finger counting in Year 4 despite extra help
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