What Is Dyslexia and How Can Counseling Help?
Dyslexia is a common, and commonly misunderstood, disorder. It affects around 20% of people in the United States and around 80% of children who are enrolled in special education.
Contrary to popular belief, dyslexia is in no way related to intelligence. A child with dyslexia has just as much educational and creative potential as any other child. However, dyslexic children do benefit from small group and individual instruction. And counseling may also help young people with this learning disability.
If you believe your child could be dyslexic, we recommend that you push for a diagnosis. Your child may have dyslexia if he or she . . .
- Is a late talker
- Finds it difficult to form words correctly
- Confuses words that sound similar
- Struggles to remember letter names, colors, or numbers
- Needs to reread sentences slowly to understand them
- Is unable to sound out new words
- Struggles to pay attention or follow instructions
- Avoids participating in activities that involve reading
Most children are ready to begin reading in Kindergarten or first grade. If your child has fallen behind the progress of their peers, it may be time to ask their healthcare provider about dyslexia. An early diagnosis can make a big difference in avoiding developmental delays and helping your child become a confident reader.
If you think (or know) that your child is dyslexic, it can also help to know more about the disorder, its origins, and the best methods of treatment. We’ve outlined some important information below.
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