Factores etiológicos de la discalculia

Abstract

The following essay presents the etiology of dyscalculia, this word refers to the learning difficulty in the logical mathematical area. First, concepts given by various authors about learning will be given based on a cognitive-behavioral perspective, Through a bibliographic research and taking the descriptive qualitative method, it continues with the specific learning problems such as dysgraphia, dyslexia and the central theme of the essay, dyscalculia conceptualizing, exploring its etiology where the specific cause is not clarified However, there are studies showing that there are abnormalities in different areas of the brain, it is also mentioned that there are cognitive factors, possible hereditary genes due to the presence of one or more relatives with the disorder and environmental factors that influence this learning problem. The classification affirmed by Kosc is mentioned, in addition the signs and symptoms according to the DSM-5 are described. Subsequently, for its correct evaluation, positions of different authors have been developed establishing the psychopedagogical strategies that can be used in which 3 important factors intervene such as parents, teachers and the student, in the same way, a correct clinical interview in the case of the mental health professional. Next, guidelines for treatment were developed, identifying that the educational area intervenes in a way and that several authors state that the change or improvement of this difficulty is done through a 180 degree turn within the educational classroom, however, parents influence and contribute to this learning and the respective conclusions.