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Don't punish him.
Get him a professional counselor. who has experience working with people who find everyday life challenging. They'll usually teach you a few tricks, too!
My best friend has a physical disability that forces her to live at home with her parents at age 24. I know that your son does not have a physical disability, but a mental disability. Even more reason to see a professional. Her counselor specializes in her unique disability, the difference is remarkable . The counseling has done wonders for her - and her mom's approach. You may have many free options available to you and him, depending on where you live and the extent of his learning disability. Check out your state's Disability Rehabilitation program. Also check the local community college for special programs.
It's a rough path - especially for him - but it sounds like your current methods are not working. Why not try a professional? Change won't be fast. It has taken my friend several years of coping with her disability to finally feel some level of freedom with life. But with persistance (and a little laughter) progress is made and the disabled will feel motivated and encouraged in their path towards self-sufficiency.
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"Sometimes I have to remember that things are brought to me for a reason, either for my own lessons or for the benefit of others." Cynthetiq
"violence is no more or less real than non-violence." roachboy
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