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  • Cognitive Neuroscience
  • Developmental Psychology
  • Educational Psychology

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  • Numerical skills are crucial for daily life, impacting education and careers.
  • Developmental dyscalculia (DD) affects 3-6% of children, presenting with numeracy challenges.
  • DD involves altered brain activation and structure, highlighting its neurodevelopmental basis.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide an overview of typical and atypical numerical ability development.
  • To discuss the challenges in defining and diagnosing DD.
  • To summarize key factors for successful DD interventions.

Main Methods:

  • Review of behavioral and neuronal studies on numerical development.
  • Analysis of current diagnostic criteria and challenges for DD.
  • Synthesis of intervention strategies and their effectiveness.

Main Results:

  • DD is characterized by diverse behavioral and neural differences.
  • Heterogeneity in DD poses significant diagnostic challenges.
  • Interventions show potential for positive behavioral and neural changes.

Conclusions:

  • Understanding DD requires integrating psychological, neuroscientific, and educational perspectives.
  • Further research is needed to refine diagnostic criteria and intervention protocols.
  • Successful interventions can improve both cognitive function and brain activity in individuals with DD.