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  • Findings from New Research Could Lead to Earlier Diagnoses of Dyslexia

    A new study from Yale of the genetic origins of dyslexia and other learning disabilities could allow for earlier diagnoses and more successful interventions.

    January 18, 2024
  • New Study Suggests Differences in Brain Anatomy Between Dyslexic Males and Females

    A recent study by neuroscientists at Georgetown University Medical Center found significant differences in brain anatomy when comparing men and women with dyslexia to their non-dyslexic control groups.

    January 18, 2024
  • Study Shows Listening Devices Helpful with Reading

    A study done at Northwestern University found that children who simply wear listening devices in their ear throughout the day show better word comprehension and reading improvement.

    January 19, 2024
  • A New Study: “Making it Easier to Learn to Read”

    Many studies have shown that dyslexia affects certain areas of the brain, and in a new study done by the Max Planck Institute for Human Cognitive and Brain Sciences in Leipzig, researchers targeted a new part of the brain and found results.

    January 19, 2024
  • Increased Spacing in Letters Helps Dyslexics Read Better

    A recent study showed that reading practice—one of the best ways to combat dyslexia—can become easier by manipulating the spacing of the text.

    January 19, 2024
  • New Australian Study May Pinpoint Dyslexia Warning Signs…in Babies

    Research has shown that it is difficult to see the warning signs of dyslexia until a child begins reading; however, a new study in Australia is studying five-month old babies in a project called the Seeds of Literacy.

    January 22, 2024
  • Dyslexia is Always Having to Say You’re Sorry

    Dr. Ryan reflects on dyslexia, making mistakes, and the power of a genuine apology.

    June 27, 2025
  • Math Anxiety: Remain Calm!

    Many dyslexic students struggle with math and feel anxious about solving difficult math problems or sitting down for a math exam.

    January 25, 2024
  • Research Finds that Dyslexics have Superior Peripheral Vision

    Researchers from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology have discovered that dyslexics have superior peripheral vision compared to non-dyslexics.

    January 25, 2024
  • 7 Steps for Success Offers College Transition Help for Learning Disabled Students

    The transition from high school to college is difficult for any student, but even more so for students with disabilities.

    January 25, 2024
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