Almost every week we hear from adults who have newly discovered they are dyslexic. The stories are all different. Some begin with a child’s school struggles.
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The term “late bloomer” seemed to have originated from botanical observations that certain flowers bloom later than others of its kind. It wasn’t until the early 1900s, when developmental psychology was burgeoning, that late blooming began being applied to young people.
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Confidence and Resilience
The beginning of a new year offers something quietly powerful: a natural pause. After the intensity of the fall and the rush of routines, January gives families a moment to reset — not by adding pressure, but by restoring balance and perspective.
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In some respects, our movie The Dyslexic Advantage reflects our desire to present a fuller answer to the question, “What is Dyslexia?” – and of course it is only the briefest glimpse in a remarkable segment of the world’s population.
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Family Rituals Beyond the Bedtime Story
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What will Happen if the Department of Education is Eliminated? [Premium]
The short answer is – we don’t know, but the laws that govern protection for individuals with disabilities (dyslexia, dyscalculia, dysgraphia are grouped under this category) were passed by Congress and that protections cannot be removed by executive order unchanged. Of more concern are impacts on fundings for schools – that may already struggling to make ends meet.
IEPs and 504s SHOULD STILL EXIST Programs that should still be in place include IEP or Individualized Education Program under the ADA or Americans with Disabilities Act. An IEP is usually required for the highest levels of support for dyslexic students in the public school system – usually meaning pull-outs, resource room, specific and individualized educational goals for a student, and accommodations and […]
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Dyslexia in Everyday Life: Memory [Premium]
What does dyslexia look like in every day life? What are the highs and lows? Answers to these questions often depend on what stage of life you’re in, what came before, support you have from family and friends, and what you’re preparing for in the next step in your life.
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From Dyslexia to DNA: How Dennis Kleid Revolutionized Medicine [Premium]
Dennis Kleid is the co-creator of the first genetically engineered human insulin. His journey from a dyslexic kid to a pioneering scientist at Genentech is a testament to imagination, determination, and the power of seeing the world differently
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