Research abstract

3 Ways to Support your Dyslexic Child

An environment conducive to supporting a dyslexic students needs is important for their development. Interested in learning new ways to support a dyslexic student in your life? Check this out! By Cigdem Knebel

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Children with Dyslexia are often faced with the hardship of letting their parents down when they are not performing as well as other children in school. Parents must recognize that their child needs patience, the right kind of support, as well as, more time to energize their mind when it comes to their difficulty with reading.

As a parent of a dyslexic child, I realize that in the beginning of our journey with dyslexia, I miserably failed to support my son the way he needed. Luckily, I realized my mistakes and changed my approach quickly.

One can assist their child in improving their reading struggle by centering the child’s strengths and weaknesses and praising those strengths while actively working toward strengthening weaknesses. Concentrating on the strengths of the child will help their confidence, and in turn, help the parent to persist in a positive and calm manner that is essential to enhance the academics of their remarkable child.

Key takeaways

  1. Focus on strengths instead of weaknesses
  2. Don’t push dyslexic children too hard or they may break down in tears.
  3. Try to curb your negative emotions around them or they may take on your stress.

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