Is
there a cure of dyslexia?
No. We don’t have a
disease or illness (mental or
physical). Dyslexics can correct
their reading problem when given
the correct reading method.
Are there different
types of Dyslexia?
There seems to be a lot of
confusion around this.
Everyone experiences dyslexia
differently and we all have
different weaknesses and
strengths. The attached article
explains the types or
labels
'dysphonetic'( dysphonesia)and 'dyseidetic'
(dyseidesia).
Click here
Do you use phonics
(also known as linguistic)?
No. If phonics worked for
everyone then 52% of our
children leaving school would
not have literacy problems.
Phonics works well for people that think in sound. A dyslexic does not
think in sound. One-third
of our children are visual
learners, one-third are
auditory(sound) and one-third
use both visual and auditory.
Dyslexics are the visual
learners.
BREAKING NEWS: The phonics method of
teaching children to read is not necessary past the initial stages of
learning and continuing with it may disadvantage...CLICK
HERE FOR FULL ARTICLE
To
experience "why" click here.
Two-thirds 'fail new
primary phonics reading check'
Click here for full article
Is there a quick fix?
No.
Is this a resilience program?
Self-awareness, understanding and taking control are critical factors in
achieving success. Within days our clients experience all three of these
key components. Their self-esteem will regenerate as they experience
success with learning for the first time. They gain skills to succeed
rather than coping strategies.
Will coloured lenses help?
Dyslexia Australia will successfully correct perceptual distortions of
words or symbols (known as
Perceptual dyslexia) without the use of glasses or coloured lenses.
Coloured lenses are for a condition known as Irlen or Meares-Irlen
Syndrome (aka scoptic sensitivity syndrome) NOT for dyslexia. The Irlen
Syndrome is a condition
characterised by visual distress. Some of the problems associated with
this
syndrome are sensitivity to light or colour, poor depth perception, lack
of facial recognition and visual distortions.
This condition is separate from Dyslexia and should be treated
separately.
Myths and Facts about Irlen Syndrome
Is there a one size fits all program?
No.
Will a professional diagnosis provide help from school?
Since dyslexia is not recognised as a disability by the
Department of
Education there is no
funding available.
Therefore, there is no
need to spend your money on
testing when our on-line
assessment will confirm your
suspicions. However,
should you feel that an
assessment is your next step is
to:
Contact us
to make an
appointment with our Educational Consultant. Currently, this
service is only offered in Brisbane,
Loganholme
and Sydney however our services will extend
upon request.
Please note:
An Educational Assessment by an Educational Psychologist should be
considered if you require special provisions such as a reader/writer in
year 11 and 12. Check
with your school authority for their policy on accommodations or
funding.
At Dyslexia Australia we provide the answers to "why" there is a
reading/learning problem and "what" is needed and "how" to create a
positive solution.
Links-QLD Education
Do we need a diagnosis to work with you?
No. Our on-line
assessment and initial
consultation is sufficient.
However, we are happy to provide
a Dyslexia Screening Test on
request.
Can you work with other reading problems such as Auditory Processing.
Yes, unless there
are conditions that involve
brain damage.
Can you help
with Math (dyscalculia)?
Dyscalculia is the
name given to the condition that
affects our ability to acquire
math skills. We have a
trained specialist in this area.
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