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How does dyslexia affect people differently?

Research has proven that dyslexia affects every person differently. How has dyslexia affected you? We all know numbers are hard for those without dyslexia are there tricks that help you or your learner grasp the concepts they struggle with the most? By Dyslexia Action’s Director of Education Dr John Rack

Laura Lurns Last updated December 29, 2016 · 1 min read

Did you know that dyslexia is not just a struggle with reading and writing? In fact, the challenge, which hits six million people in the United Kingdom alone, affects people differently. The learning difficulty can also affect the way a person spells and their math skills. Luckily, struggles with any of these issues can be overcome.

Symptoms of dyslexia are wide ranging. They can range from someone making visual errors, like seeing words backwards or spelling a word in many different ways. It can also include struggling with math and having difficulty memorizing the multiplication tables. Often, people with dyslexia can struggle in one field while they excel in another subject.

Key takeaways

It’s important to diagnose dyslexia so the proper help can be given to those who struggle with it.
Dyslexia can affect one’s ability to read, spell and even solve math problems.
Dyslexics can be bright and intelligent but still struggle with the typical issues associated with the challenge.

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Laura Lurns · Learning Success expert Writes about the learning brain for parents who want plain answers. Every article is grounded in current neuroscience and classroom practice.

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