Dyslexia was virtually unknown, unrecognized and certainly not understood up until around 25 years ago. Almost all that we know about dyslexia we have learned very recently.
Dyslexics see things differently. A dyslexic’s eyes are exactly the same as those of non-dyslexics, but their brains interpret the signals differently. Thus they learn differently. They have to be taught in the way they learn, not in the traditional mold.
The whole point of a dyslexia test is to identify dyslexics so they can be helped. Dyslexia cannot be “cured”. Dyslexia treatment consists of teaching dyslexics how to learn in the ways that work for them. When they are taught using this methodology they can overcome dyslexia and move on to enjoy its benefits.
Those who went through grade school more than 15 years ago almost all bear the scars of being hammered into molds that did not fit. They were ridiculed for their differences, looked at as retarded (which most are definitely not!), slow learners, etc. They were embarrassed and learn to hide their differences.
Today there are millions of dyslexic adults still struggling to deal with the world through a dyslexic lens, not realizing that dyslexia is their problem and a simple dyslexia test could set them on the road to life-changing improvements.
There are many different types of dyslexia. In fact, there is no standard “type”; everyone is different. Dyslexics cannot be classified and put into different “boxes” to process. Each one must be tested and evaluated separately.
Dyslexia testing is neither difficult nor expensive nor time-consuming. There is an excellent online test available now that can be completed in half an hour from anywhere there is an Internet connection. If there is any possibility that a person might be dyslexic, they can find out for less than the cost of a visit to their Doctor or Dentist!
There is more information on the subject of dyslexia you can see by clicking on any of the links in this blog posting.
DISCLAIMER: I hope this helps, but please note that I am not a Medical Doctor. You should consult with your M.D. or personal Physician before taking any medical advice from anyone on the Internet.
By – Horace Dylan