There is a lot to unpack in this statement.

 

For starters, research has proven that just because a child is intelligent, does not mean they can't have a learning difference. Your child may be twice exceptional-- both extremely intelligent and also challenged.  Read more about how to support a twice exceptional child. 

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Furthermore, children who learn differently often have an anxiety disorder. Many times, this anxiety develops as a result of their academic struggles. Up to 30 percent of children and 53 percent of adults with ADHD have an anxiety disorder. 

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Read more about the connection between anxiety and the following learning differences:

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Anxiety and ADHD

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Anxiety and Dyslexia (includes links to other, extremely useful, related articles at the end)

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Math Anxiety and Dyscalculia