Research abstract

New Zealand has ‘history of denial’ when it comes to dyslexia 

New Zealand finally get their act together and follow the UK's lead on dyslexia. How can they have denied it for so long?

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According to Mike Styles, the country of New Zealand has been lagging far behind other nations such as the United Kingdom in how it addresses the difficulties faced by students with dyslexia. It has long been regarded as only a reading issue in New Zealand schools but there are other aspects to the condition that have been ignored. The relevant data shows that one in ten people have dyslexia and it spans all races and cultures. Now that New Zealand is taking steps to better support students with dyslexia, positive change is expected.

Key takeaways

  1. The governments are willing to give support coordinators of resources in order to help in studying dyslexia
  2. 10% of people also suffer from dyslexia all over the world, reported by my styles.
  3. it is not just about reading issues but it is a social investment, which is going to prevent more dropouts from school.

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