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The NVLD Project @theNVLDProject

We are a non-profit organization that is raising awareness and building support for children, adolescents and adults with #NVLD.

Joined August 2014
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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-structure…

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understood.org/en/community-…"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."
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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-diagnosed-a…

Finally Diagnosed: A Tale of Hardship and Resilience, by Ellie | The NVLD Project | Non-Verbal...

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...

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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).
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"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-basic-…

Part A:How Is Basic Support Is Very Different From Comprehensive Support in College, by Eileen |...

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...

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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-invis…

Supporting An Invisible Disability In The Workplace, by Marielle | The NVLD Project | Non-Verbal...

Lately, I have found myself thinking about how deceiving the name “Nonverbal Learning Disability” (NVLD). I had certainly never heard of it when I was first diagnosed, even though I...

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"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-havin…

What it's Like Having Learning Disabilities as a Teenager, by Nathan | The NVLD Project | Non-Ver...

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. I have...

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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/

Why Every NVLD Individual Should Take Up Cycling, by Kristen | The NVLD Project | Non-Verbal...

‘Mama Tried’ is a song by Merle Haggard, as well as a good summary of my mom’s determination to find an athletic activity that suited me, her neurodivergent, six foot...

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Sign up to receive newsletters and updates on the NVLD Project is up to through the link below! nvld.org/newsletter-signup/?…

Newsletter Sign-Up | The NVLD Project | Non-Verbal Learning Disability

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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-be-a…

It's Alright To Not Be Alright, by Cameron | The NVLD Project | Non-Verbal Learning Disability

The beginning of my story is a lot like the others here. I was diagnosed in the first grade. My teacher noticed I was speaking a high level, but couldn’t...

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"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-bein…

Reflections On Being a Learning Disabled Ph.D by Kristen | The NVLD Project | Non-Verbal Learning...

‘I am everything you want I am everything you need I am everything inside of you That you wish you could be I say all the right things At exactly...

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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/yeshiva-unive…

YESHIVA UNIVERSITY’S FERKAUF GRADUATE SCHOOL OF PSYCHOLOGY OPENS NATION’S FIRST CLINIC DEDICATED TO...

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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.
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Ariel Miller@arielxmiller
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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

My NVLD Story (Count Me In)

This animated video of a 12-year-old's experience about living with...

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Hi everyone! Thank you all for the support... we are aware that our website is slow to load right now and are working to fix it! Feel free to find us on Facebook as well for more information and articles about #NVLD. facebook.com//thenvldproject

The NVLD Project | New York NY

The NVLD Project, New York. 5,597 likes · 95 talking about this · 173 were here. The NVLD Project is a non-profit organization, based in New York City, that is focused on raising aw

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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…

COVID-19, Student Trauma, and Executive Function - Reflection Sciences

Everyday, we are bombarded with  new information on and experiences with COVID-19. While we may be acutely aware of how the pandemic impacts us personally we may not know how the pandemic is impact...

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

Non-Verbal Learning Disability (NVLD)

The NVLD Link Support Community connects individuals, families, friends and caregivers for support and inspiration. This community is sponsored by the NVLD Project, an Inspire trusted partner.

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"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-nvld-stu…

Advice for NVLD students Part A , by Eileen | The NVLD Project | Non-Verbal Learning Disability

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...

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