Tuesday, December 27, 2011

The Causes And Effects Of Dyslexia

There are some diseases and disabilities that can drastically alter one’s life, and even lead to death. While dyslexia can have a negative impact on anyone, some wonder just how bad it really is? With varying degrees of severity, there is the potential for extreme interference in and away from the classroom for some.

You will find a number of misconceptions behind dyslexia within adults. Sadly, this is a condition that often finds the victim being scrutinized and even picked on for being slow. But no matter what kinds of negative impacts it can have on someone, it has been found that no creativity or imagination will be affected.

In fact, people with dyslexia often have vivid imagination and can excel in many areas. Of course, the brain of someone suffering is going to function differently with portions weakening in reading and comprehending simple things.


There are a number of fields that can be impacted through dyslexia including a poor memory, not being able to retain things and struggling with time management. Other areas that some do not realize include a poor concentration level, restlessness and the inability to take down notes.

But reading is the primary area where most struggle. Believe it or not, for some even recognizing the alphabets and putting them in order can be a challenge. Confusion settles in with similar looking words and those struggling will read words incorrectly by jumbling the words in their head.

It is a rather difficult disorder to diagnose as there are many factors that must be taken into consideration by a psychologist or health professional. And after several tests, it can still be unclear as to whether or not dyslexia is the true problem.

One thing is for certain; early treatment is of utmost importance in order to deter any further complications from arising. Upon identifying this as the true disorder, it is vital you seek the appropriate treatment method as soon as possible.

Currently, there are no actual definitive cures for dyslexia. But on a brighter note, there have been several theories suggesting successful treatments on patients. A lot of work should come from within the classroom, but there are alternative methods that can be practiced outside of the classroom as well.

Regardless, one of the keys to persevering and fighting through is sending positive affirmations to children suffering from dyslexia. Attitude is everything and it is up to you as a parent, sibling or friend to support whomever it may be that is dealing with the disorder

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