Dyslexia is a specific learning difficulty with a core problem in phonological processing. Dyslexics have problems with matching the letters with the sounds of those letters and combinations that letters make.
PREVALENCE OF DYSLEXIA
In the US 15 to 20% of the population have some of the symptoms; in EU prevalence is 9 to 12%. A big difference in this number is due to different orthographic system (different ways of spelling in different languages).
SIGNS OF DYSLEXIA
Trouble with reading, spelling, writing and reading comprehension. These problems can influence learning and overall success in education.
ARTISTIC WAY OF THINKING
Dyslexics have normal intelligence, original and “artistic” ways of thinking. That’s why dyslexia is an unexpected difficulty.
Dyslexics are good in visual and creative fields. Many famous actors, painters, designers, and successful entrepreneurs made it because they are dyslexic.
WHAT CAN HELP?
Early identification and intervention, evidence-based and systematic reading instruction, and specific teaching approaches and strategies in the classroom.
CAN IT BE CURED?
It is not an illness, so it can’t be cured. It is just different brain functioning or as we call it – neurodiversity. With the right support, dyslexics can become successful students and adults.
CAN DYSLEXICS LEARN TO READ?
If they receive effective and early intervention and support by the 3rd grade, they will have significantly fewer problems in learning to read. But, with appropriate support and practice, all dyslexics can be better in reading.
Signs are noticeable in the preschool years. Some of them are trouble recognizing rhyming patterns, difficulty learning and remembering names of the letters, and a problem with separating spoken words into syllables and sound.
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