Many children with dyslexia also have ADHD. How can we help these children make progress and discern which symptoms come from each issue? Due to the natures of dyslexia and ADHD, the symptoms are sometimes confused with each other. One of the primary symptoms of ADHD is difficulty focusing. When it comes to reading, spelling …
Difficulty with short words tends to be a very common symptom of dyslexia. A student with dyslexia may be reading a paragraph fairly well, only to stumble when they approach a short word like “for”. Why is this? There are many mysteries about the dyslexic mind that researchers are still trying to solve, and this …
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Is the “dyslexic” label harmful? Some parents and educators are hesitant to use the term “dyslexic” or dyslexia with a child. This is sometimes even true if the child is enrolled in a dyslexia tutoring and dyslexia treatment program. So, why is it that so many people are hesitant to use this term? Parents sometimes …
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Many children, teenagers and adults with dyslexia struggle with low self-esteem. What are the causes of this, and how can we help them improve their self-esteem? Can a dyslexia tutoring and dyslexia treatment program help in this area? Individuals with dyslexia often suffer from low self-esteem. This low self-esteem usually comes from the struggles, frustration …