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Dyslexia
is a difficulty learning to read and write.
This is due to the brain being unable
to translate thought and images from the
eyes and ears into language, that is,
reading or writing.
Dyslexia is not:
- Lack of intelligence
- A disease
- Mental retardation
- Brain
damage
- Problems
with hearing or eyesight
Who
suffers from Dyslexia?
People from all races, ages and parts
of society suffer from dyslexia. It is
often a family trait. However, mainly
men get it; only one in eight sufferers
are women.
What causes Dyslexia?
No one is sure what causes dyslexia and
there have been studies investigating
the impact of low
birth weight, food
additives, chemical
allergies and
links with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity
Disorder. Thus far, there have been no
conclusive results.
What are the symptoms?
- Difficulty reading and spelling
- Getting
letters and words in reverse order
- Finding
it hard to remember letters and recognising
the sound of words
- Difficulty
with understanding and expressing concepts
of space and time
- A family history of reading problems
Many dyslexic people are highly creative (and are often very good at
maths) and sometimes have an above average IQ.
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