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Definition of Dyslexia

Dyslexia affects millions of people worldwide yet there is no accurate or universal definition of dyslexia.  Clearly, dyslexia means a person has a problem with reading and comprehension.    However, without proper understanding and help, a dyslexic will struggle with more than reading and will experience additional problems related to behaviour, motivation and  life decisions. 

Dyslexia Testing

People with dyslexia display some of the following signs or symptom:

• Confused by letters, numbers, words, sequences, or verbal explanations.
• Reading or writing shows repetitions, additions, transpositions, omissions, substitutions, and reversals in letters, numbers and/or words.
• Complains of feeling or seeing non-existent movement while reading, writing, or copying.
• Seems to have difficulty with vision, yet eye exams don't reveal a problem.
• Trouble learning “Sight Words”
• Reads and rereads with little comprehension.
• Spells phonetically and inconsistently.
• Feeling disoriented

For a comprehensive list of symptoms or information on Dyslexia Testing click here

Support/Help for the Dyslexic and Visual Learner

The ability to read is essential to being able to learn and obtain work. If phonics is not working for your child then an alternative solution is appropriate.  New research indicates the phonics method of teaching children to read is not necessary past the initial stages of learning and continuing with it may disadvantage them in the long term (research link).  We  have the expertise in the providing the solution:

• An individualised  Multi-Sensory solution using an experiential, visual, auditory and kinesthetic approach
• Non-phonics approach to successful reading (Why does sounding out words not work?  Click here for the answer)
• A guided approach to increase motivation and allow for positive changes in behaviour

For more program details click here

Dyslexia may be labeled as:

• Poor Working Memory or Short Term Memory Problem
• Central Auditory Processing Disorder
• Language Based Disorders
• Non-specific Learning Disability
• ADD/ADHD
• Visual Processing Disorder
• Visual or Perceptual Dyslexia

For a details list click here

Frequently Asked Questions:

• Can Dyslexia be cured?
• Does phonics work?
• Will coloured glasses help
• Are there different types of Dyslexia?
• Can you help with math (dyscalculia)?

Click here for the answers or for further questions.

We are pleased to announce our new book

Dyslexia: Lost for Words

By Brenda Baird

Click here to see inside the book

TO ORDER BOOK - Click here

Contact Brenda on (07) 3387-0130 or by e-mail on our on-line booking form

Dyslexia Australia asked: Are you a picture thinker or word thinker? Vote on Facebook.

December 2011 - Dyslexia Australia recommends this Youtube video to all dyslexics searching for answers.

Congratulations to the creator of this video, HM, for succeeding BECAUSE of Dyslexia!

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