Facts and Myths About Dyslexia

Voices of Dyslexia

In this conversation, Dr. Laura Cassidy discusses common myths and misconceptions about dyslexia. She addresses the misconception that more boys than girls have dyslexia, clarifying that the prevalence is equal. She also debunks the myth that dyslexia is simply writing letters backwards, explaining that dyslexia is a difficulty in matching the spoken word to the written word. Dr. Cassidy emphasizes that dyslexia is not a visual problem, but rather a result of an inefficient system in the brain. She also highlights the challenges dyslexics face in spelling, handwriting, and math. Finally, she emphasizes the importance of early diagnosis and intervention for dyslexic children.
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👩🏻‍🏫 IN THIS VIDEO YOU’LL LEARN ⤵️
· Dyslexia affects both boys and girls equally.
· Dyslexia is not simply writing letters backwards; it is a difficulty in matching the spoken word to the written word.
· Dyslexia is not a visual problem; it is caused by an inefficient system in the brain.
· Dyslexics may struggle with spelling, handwriting, and math.
· Early diagnosis and intervention are crucial for dyslexic children.
💡DYSLEXIA RESOURCES WE RECOMMEND
→ Overcoming Dyslexia (2nd Ed.) by Dr Sally Shaywitz: https://shorturl.at/ovyAN
→ Overcoming Dyslexia Course by Dr Sally Shaywitz: https://www.coursera.org/learn/dyslexia
→ Special Education Law (2nd Ed.) by Peter & Pamela Wright: https://shorturl.at/bCIP6
→ The Louisiana Key Academy: https://www.lkaschools.com/
→ The Yale Center for Dyslexia: https://dyslexia.yale.edu/
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