In Michael McNulty’s clinical research looking at the life stories of dyslexic adults, one thing became clear – finding a niche in adolescence or young adulthood had the dramatic potential to improve the course of people’s lives. Here (in abbreviated form) are some of the subjects of his life study. Tommy (38 yo highly successful industrial designer) – ‘Why doesn’t Tommy speak?’ (diagnosed at age 8). Difficulty reading, writing, spelling resulting in low grades through high school, but “self-esteem from success in part-time jobs, athletics, and art.” Although reluctant to go to college, “he found a niche in industrial design and was eventually ranked number one in his prominent university program.” Jeanine (25yo customer services supervisor) – reading, writing, and attention problems from grade school […]