Many schools are only equipped to handle the basic kids that do not have any learning issues. It has come to many people’s attentions that it may be a good idea for schools to be given more resources when it comes to things like dyslexia. This can be a game changer for some kids that may have dyslexia but have not been diagnosed.
More resources needed for school kids with dyslexia, expert says #dyslexia
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Dyslexia is difficult to understand, extra resources are necessary in our education system.
One of the questions that remain is how common dyslexia really is and what are the aspects that make a person become diagnosed with dyslexia. Can dyslexia be a reflection of one’s intelligence or is it something that a person can overcome and grow from. Other mental health and learning issues can make it hard for a professional to diagnose dyslexia.
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“Proper assessments and treatment can help and can prevent secondary mental health problems from arising”
"Key Takeaways:
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1 out of 6 children have dyslexia.
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If students are introduced to structured literacy early on they can become “normalized” and other mental health issues can be avoided.
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There are not enough resources in school to help children with dyslexia.
