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Living with Dyslexia

  • Letters to a Dyslexic by Dr. Michael Ryan

    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.

    June 13, 2025
  • Understanding Dysgraphia

    What is Dyslexia?

    Upon completion of this section, you will

    • Understand the current definition of dyslexia
    • Identify the core components of dyslexia
    • Understand some of the common myths surrounding dyslexia
    • Know how the reading systems in the dyslexic and non-dyslexic brain differ
    • Be able to identify the indicators of dys
    October 23, 2024
  • Research Examines Person and Environmental Impacts on Perceived Negative Consequences of Dyslexia

    A study of Dutch university students with dyslexia found that perceived negative consequences, such as academic challenges and mental health issues, are more strongly influenced by self-perceived literacy skills and environmental factors than by objective cognitive abilities.

    April 14, 2025
  • IDA Fact Sheet: A Family Guide to Building Language Comprehension Through Reading Aloud

    Dyslexia and home

    Upon completion of this section, you will:

    June 14, 2024
  • How To Help Your Kids Tackle Stress And Get More Sleep

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

    January 12, 2024
  • Robert Ballard

    Undiagnosed until his 70s, deep-sea explorer who located the Titanic shipwreck credited his alternative thinking as the difference maker in the successful expedition.

    November 7, 2024
  • Pursuing a Bachelor’s as An Older Person with Dyslexia

    I'm an older man and want to go back to college to get my Bachelor Degree. My fear is how hard it is for me to study and how bad my writing skills are. I need some help in finding a good college that can understand and help with my condition.

    April 18, 2025
  • Parents Share what Works for at-Home Learning

    Until students get back to in-person learning, parents are going to have to continue to monitor their learning at home. Here are recommendations from parents of students with dyslexia for making your at-home school run more smoothly.

    December 9, 2025
  • Lots of Learning Activities for Summer Stay-at-Home Fun

    With school activities wrapping up for the year and summer approaching, parents are wondering how they might keep their families safe engaged, and entertained. We found a list of 125 great ideas from Parade magazine that promise to make this summer one to remember.

    December 9, 2025
  • Dyslexia After College

    I was diagnosed with dyslexia when I was 7 years old. I am now graduated from college and now just hit reality. I am fighting with my dyslexia and getting a job. I have had school back me this whole time with all the help they gave but now in the real world I'm on my own and I have not truly accepted my severe dyslexia. I don't know how employers will take it if I tell him I have dyslexia. I feel like I won't be able to fully do what I need to for the job.

    April 19, 2025
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