A 2017 research article further disproves the common misconception that dyslexia is associated with vision problems, and offers insight to what parents and doctors can do better.

My question is this: Is the APD diagnosis further evidence of his dyslexia or is APD a secondary condition that could occur independently of my son's dyslexia?

I assess for DSA purposes. I enjoyed your text on automaticity. The driving analogy made it so clear to cascade to students. Just one query: Why would a student know the word, letter, object, etc., but not be able to get it out?

When I read, I read backwards at times, go over sentences, go up the sentence, and look at the spacing between words. Many of my friends thought it was dyslexia. Could that be possible? I also am wondering what the difference is between a learning disability and a vision problem.

Written by a 5th grade teacher, this article discusses the dangers of unidentified dyslexia and the toll this can take on students - both psychologically and in their work.

I was wondering about the cost of testing fees. My child's school told me it was a $2,500 test and can only be done in Lansing. I’m hoping you can help. Also, are there programs to help with the financial part of the testing? We are desperate for answers at this point.

I have a 3rd grader with suspected dyslexia, and I'm curious about an evaluation. Can I please get information on how this works, cost, whether or not I need a doctor’s referral, does insurance cover this, etc?

We have a 14-year-old son. I am searching for a neuropsychologist in my area that has experience with young people who may have developed compensation for various dyslexic conditions; his reading comprehension is strong and he is very articulate but he struggles mightily in math and science and simply cannot write. While he has been on an IEP for years, it’s basically useless because we don’t really know what is going on.

My daughter has struggled for years with reading and spelling. She is now 17 yrs old and will be going into the 11th grade this year as well as attending some classes at a local university. I want her to be as successful as she can be not only in school but in life. My hopes are that if she does have dyslexia and we can get an official diagnosis of such and that we will be able to get help and cooperation from the school. I’m not sure where to begin. Any information that you can give me as to where to start would be appreciated.

A recent study finds new imaging technology may have the potential to help identify children at risk for dyslexia.