This story explores feeling inadequate, the power of hard work, and turning dyslexia into a strength.

Let me introduce myself. My name is Michael Ryan and I’m a psychologist and teacher who has worked in the area of dyslexia for over 30 years. I am also very dyslexic.

Researchers from the University of Oxford work to define dyslexia.

If your child is struggling with these issues, these tips will help him regain his balance and get the most out of school

We need to keep having conversations with students to help them better understand their skills and needs as they grow and encounter new challenges with dyslexia.

I am considering moving my daughter into a school that has Wilson Reading programs integrated into all parts of a curriculum. I literally live in one of the best school districts in the nation, but I feel like this alternate school may be the answer to close the gap and provide the stronger technical reading base she is currently lacking.

It appears my youngest son will need a secondary diagnosis to address a learning disability. My son has a family history of dyslexia on both parental sides. Based on my discussions with various professionals, both his pediatrician and BCBA and other psychologists, they are concerned that he may have either: dyslexia, an audio visual processing disorder, or a short- to long-term memory problem.

My daughter has been struggling in school, math, reading, spelling, and retention. She is very smart, great with animals, loves to “write,” and make art. The school has been little help, but we have pushed for assistance with the school and testing. The school will not put a label on it but the words dyslexia and dyscalculia come up. We have hired a tutor who I think is helping, but it is just too soon to tell. It breaks my heart as I know all too well her struggles.