Another type of associated condition is one for which Learning disabilities is itself a risk factor. The conditions for which Learning disabilities is listed as a risk factor includes:
Associated conditions are those which appear statistically related, but do not have a clear cause or effect relationship. Whereas the complications are caused by Learning disabilities, and underlying causes may be causes of Learning disabilities, the following list shows associated conditions that simply appear with higher frequency in people who have Learning disabilities. In some cases, there may be overlap between this list and risk factors for Learning disabilities. People with Learning disabilities may be more likely to get a condition on the list of associated conditions, or the reverse may be true, or both. Whether they are causes of, caused by, or simply coincidentally related to Learning disabilities is not always clear. For general information, see Associated Condition Misdiagnosis.
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