Learning Difference

Understanding Dyslexia

A learning disorder involving difficulty reading due to problems identifying speech sounds and learning how they relate to letters and words.

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The Basics

What is Dyslexia?

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Dyslexia is a learning disorder that involves difficulty reading due to problems identifying speech sounds and learning how they relate to letters and words (decoding). Also called a reading disability, dyslexia is a result of individual differences in areas of the brain that process language.

Dyslexia is not due to problems with intelligence, hearing or vision. Most children with dyslexia can succeed in school with tutoring or a specialized education program. Emotional support also plays an important role.

Though there's no cure for dyslexia, early assessment and intervention result in the best outcome. Sometimes dyslexia goes undiagnosed for years and isn't recognized until adulthood, but it's never too late to seek help.

Key Takeaway

With proper support and intervention, children with dyslexia can achieve academic success and develop strong reading skills. Early identification and specialized instruction make a significant difference.

Recognition

Signs of Dyslexia

Signs can be difficult to recognize before school, but some early clues may indicate a problem. Severity varies, but the condition often becomes apparent as a child starts learning to read.

Signs That a Young Child May Be at Risk:

1
Late Talking
Speech development delayed compared to peers
2
Learning New Words Slowly
Difficulty building vocabulary
3
Word Formation Problems
Reversing sounds or confusing similar words
4
Memory Issues
Problems remembering letters, numbers, colors
5
Rhyming Difficulty
Trouble learning nursery rhymes or playing rhyming games

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Information sourced from: Mayo Clinic