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1		SENATE RESOLUTION
2		WHEREAS, Dyscalculia is a condition that affects one's
3		ability to understand mathematical and quantitative concepts
4		and tasks; and
5		WHEREAS, Between 3% to 7% of all children, adolescents,
6		and adults suffer from dyscalculia; however, data from the
7		adult population is limited due to a lack of understanding and
8		recognition of dyscalculia, leading many people to go
9		undiagnosed; and
10		WHEREAS, The symptoms of dyscalculia are most likely to be
11		present during childhood, when one is learning the foundations
12		of math; and
13		WHEREAS, When dyscalculia goes undiagnosed, a lack of
14		success at mathematical tasks can lead to an increased risk in
15		developing depression and a decline in self-esteem; and
16		WHEREAS, Treatment for dyscalculia focuses on learning
17		through repetition, positive reinforcement, tutoring, and
18		teaching in a multisensory way, as there are no medications
19		available to treat dyscalculia; and
20		WHEREAS, While individuals with dyscalculia may have a

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1		harder time learning math than their peers, they can still
2		excel in the subject when given the necessary accommodations,
3		constructive criticism, and positive reinforcement; therefore,
4		be it