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How Does My Dyslexia Affect Me?
When we look at the term "dyslexia," many people will say it’s just about reading, while some may think it’s just about reversing letters. However, it is so much more than that.Dyslexia often involves challenges with reading, spelling, and writing. Most people will...
Me and My Dyslexia
Today is the day I start a positive change. From time to time, you need to reset and move forward. For anyone that is neurodiverse, burnout is always close, but you also have to keep things progressing. Today is that day for me. Personalised blogging is something I...
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 unique challenges that can impact their emotional well-being. However, it’s crucial to recognise that dyslexia also brings distinct strengths.
Dyslexia: Beyond Reading and Writing
Dyslexia is a complex learning difference that extends far beyond struggles with reading and writing. Drawing from both personal experience and professional insight, this blog delves into key aspects of dyslexia.
Dyslexia: Myths and Realities
I’ve been frequently asked about dyslexia, and as a dyslexic individual myself, I often find imt rather challenging to articulate precisely what dyslexia entails.
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BIG NEWS! Christmas 2022 Update From John Hicks.
Read this important update from John Hicks at The Studying With Dyslexia Blog.
Dyslexia challenges: What teachers need to know.
Dr Helen Ross is back with some very important thoughts for teachers as they start the new term with dyslexic learners!
Three tips for parents who want to get what their dyslexic child needs to unlock attainment.
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 you get closer to the Autumn Term.
Is the breakdown of Parent / Teacher relationships negatively impacting dyslexia support?
Parent Coach and Therapeutic Counsellor John Hicks asks if the breakdown in Parent/Teacher relationships across the UK ultimately reduce the possibility of getting dyslexia support in place for a child who is struggling in school?
How can you explain Dysgraphia to a child?
How do you explain what Dysgraphia is to a child? I have found this remarkable book that actively engages children in understanding what Dysgraphia is.
Dyslexia reports and schools: What to do!
Special Educational Needs Specialist and Dyslexia expert, Dr Helen Ross gives some insights into what to do next with a dyslexia assessment report for your child.
Three Top Tips For Boosting Summer Self-Esteem.
With the summer holidays about to start, parents have an opportunity to help their children boost their summer self-esteem and develop confidence ready for the new term. Check out my top three tips for boosting summer self-esteem.
Can this programme help dyslexic students write essays better?
John Hicks reviews the latest version of MindMeister mind mapping software. Can this software help dyslexic students write better essays?
Need CPD training on Assistive Technology? ATEC is back!
If you are interested in Assistive Technology and the benefits it could have for young people, then it is worth checking out ATEC that is taking place on June 29th in Reading, Berks. Full details in this article.