Talk: Why do some people struggle with maths?
This event is part of the Royal Society's Summer Science Exhibition 2025.
Mathematics is a part of all aspects of our lives, from using timetables and getting the right bus, through to following recipes when preparing a meal, to deciding which products to buy in a shop. For some people, using numerical skills can be effortless and almost automatic. However, others may struggle.
Dr Kinga Morysani, cognitive developmental psychologist and member of the UKYA, joins us to share her critical research on dyscalculia – a hidden learning difficulty with numbers – and maths anxiety, the stress and fear that arise when faced with numbers. Discover how these conditions shape the brain and learn practical tools and techniques that can help break down barriers, making maths less daunting and more manageable for everyone.
Attending the event
This talk will be held in the Dining Room on Wednesday 2 July 2025, 10.15am – 10.45am and 3pm – 3.30pm.
- Free to attend, no ticket required
- The room has limited capacity, so we recommend that visitors arrive at least 10-15 minutes before the talk. We operate a first-come, first-served policy
- This talk will take place in person at the Royal Society and will also be livestreamed on the Royal Society YouTube channel
- Live subtitles will be available in-person and virtually
- Suitable for everyone
- Travel and accessibility information and details on planning your visit - contact us directly to arrange any specific accessibility requirements
- Food and drink will be available for purchase at our onsite café
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