Do you think your child or student might have dyslexia? “Dyslexia Basics,” a factsheet by International Dyslexia Association,” tells you the definition, symptoms, causes and effects. Find out how to help.
Roxanne F. Hudson, Leslie High, Stephanie Al Otaiba
The identification of a child with dyslexia is a difficult process, but there are ways that parents and teachers can learn more about the reading difficulty and support the child’s learning.
A study by the Tulip Financial Group found that self-made millionaires are more likely to be dyslexic. A significant majority of the 5,000 self-made millionaires in Britain reportedly struggled in school. The results come from a study commissioned by the British Broadcasting Company 2 (BBC2) for its series The Mind of A Millionaire.
Review the pros and cons of “disclosure” — the decision on whether or not to tell people about your disability. This article discusses the negative and positive aspects of disclosure and gives tips on the best way to discuss your dyslexia. Read about disclosure in the workplace, to students and clients, and to friends.
Genetic differences in the brain make learning to read a struggle for children with dyslexia. Luckily, most of our brain development occurs after we’re born, when we interact with our environment. This means that the right teaching techniques can actually re-train the brain, especially when they happen early.
Michael Ryan, M.D., International Dyslexia Association
Dyslexia is not an emotional disorder, but the frustrating nature of this learning disability can lead to feelings of anxiety, anger, low self–esteem and depression. Read scenarios in the dyslexic child’s life that can give rise to social and emotional difficulties. Discover how to help children deal successfully with these challenges.
