by Arran Smith | Aug 24, 2026 | Dyslexia, Education, Mental Wellbeing
When people think about dyslexia, they often think about reading, spelling and writing. Although these are common characteristics, dyslexia is far more than a literacy difficulty. Dyslexia is a neurological difference that affects how the brain processes information....
by Arran Smith | Sep 10, 2024 | Dyslexia, Mental Wellbeing
Enhanced Engagement:Multisensory storytelling captivates attention through various senses (visual, auditory, tactile), making learning more engaging for students with SEND.Improved Comprehension:Combining multiple senses helps reinforce understanding, making abstract...
by Arran Smith | Aug 18, 2024 | Dyslexia, Mental Wellbeing
Having worked in the field of dyslexia and neurodiversity for many years, evaluating products and services has always been an intriguing part of my career. I recently had the pleasure of meeting the team from TTS Resource at both the Dyslexia Show and the Leeds...
by Arran Smith | May 21, 2024 | Dyslexia, Mental Wellbeing
Understanding Dyslexia and Mental Health: Embracing Challenges and Strengths Dyslexia, primarily known as a learning difficulty affecting reading, writing, and spelling, intersects significantly with mental health. Individuals with dyslexia often experience...
by Arran Smith | Aug 23, 2022 | Education, Mental Wellbeing
This article is important to you if you are a parent feeling disempowered to enact change that will help your dyslexic child to improve their attainment at school.As a therapeutic counsellor and parent coach, one of the most common discoveries that my clients find is...
by Arran Smith | Aug 12, 2022 | Education, Mental Wellbeing
Having interacted with some two and a half thousand parents, all of whom have been looking for support for their dyslexic children, I can’t help noticing that a part of the solution in securing that crucial support could simply be the building of more positive...