The only way to know for sure is to have an assessment carried out by a specially trained teacher or an educational psychologist. The results show how mild or severe the dyslexia is, and what kinds of things cause most difficulty. If they ask for one, your local education authority must give you an assessment by law,unless it considers the request unreasonable.
In this case the authority would have to state why and explain what your parents can do when it does refuse. Extra help is available to make sure people with dyslexia can get through their schoolwork and exams.
This can include extra time to do work and to finish tests and exams. You can get extra help with revision too. For more information on the kind of help that's available, take a look at the young person's section of the Enquire website, or check out Dyslexia Unwrapped. Many successful people, including politicians, scientists, artists, athletes and pop-stars have overcome their dyslexia.
They can help by agreeing to put their stuff behind closed doors e. Change the background colour of the screen, use a dyslexia-friendly font, or a larger print Try printing the page rather than reading directly from a screen Work to your strengths, so if the non-dyslexic partner is taking on more of the 'administrative duties' make sure that other tasks are shared Self-esteem Many people with dyslexia have struggled with other people's misconceptions at some point. Reassure your partner and remind them of all their strengths.
Make the effort to see things through your partner's eyes rather than expecting them to conform to your way of thinking Information Too much information, such as a list of instructions or directions, will be hard for the dyslexic brain to process and remember.
Ask one question at a time, or break information like directions down into smaller chunks e. You could also try drawing a map, or writing a numbered list to help your partner remember information Time-keeping Poor short-term memory and concentration can mean that your partner is easily distracted. Some dyslexic people set their watches fast to give them a better chance of being on time, and put reminders on their phone or computer.
If you have to be somewhere together at a certain time, then factor in this difficulty and allow extra time. Sense of direction Dyslexic people can struggle with direction: they may often get lost or feel nervous about going to unfamiliar places.
Technology is a great support for a poor sense of direction. Many phones have a free map app, or try using a SatNav If giving verbal instructions don't use 'left' or 'right' instructions, try verbal hints such as 'follow the yellow car', or indicate with your hand which way to turn Daily routines A set routine can be a good coping strategy. Be aware that a change of routine may have a knock-on effect to the rest of the day, and plan ahead.
For example, you can set reminders on your phone for times and places of appointments, and what you need to take with you Social situations Your partner may be reserved because they are worried about saying the wrong thing in a social situation, or be very extrovert and put their foot in it. If possible, try to be open about being dyslexic. There is greater awareness these days and most people have an idea of what dyslexia is, even if only a narrow understanding.
If not, then it may be a good topic of conversation Concentration Your partner may find it really hard to process different stimuli at the same time so, for example, having a conversation with the TV on may make it difficult for your partner to really focus on what is being said.
Sometimes dyslexia goes undiagnosed for years and isn't recognized until adulthood, but it's never too late to seek help. Signs of dyslexia can be difficult to recognize before your child enters school, but some early clues may indicate a problem.
Once your child reaches school age, your child's teacher may be the first to notice a problem. Severity varies, but the condition often becomes apparent as a child starts learning to read. Dyslexia signs in teens and adults are similar to those in children. Some common dyslexia signs and symptoms in teens and adults include:. Though most children are ready to learn reading by kindergarten or first grade, children with dyslexia often can't grasp the basics of reading by that time.
Talk with your doctor if your child's reading level is below what's expected for his or her age or if you notice other signs of dyslexia.
When dyslexia goes undiagnosed and untreated, childhood reading difficulties continue into adulthood. Dyslexia tends to run in families. A child may find it difficult to match letters to sounds, and they may have trouble recognizing the sounds in words. Dyslexia symptoms can also arise when young people start learning more complex skills.
For example, the condition can cause difficulty with:. Caregivers and teachers may notice that a child is reluctant to read — they may avoid situations that require it. Also, some children with dyslexia do not follow expected patterns of learning progression. For example, they may learn to spell a word and completely forget the next day.
If a word has more than two syllables, processing the sounds can become much more challenging. Children with dyslexia may take longer to learn the letters of the alphabet and how to pronounce them. They may also have trouble remembering the days of the week, months of the year, colors, and some arithmetic tables. A person with dyslexia may be less coordinated than their peers. For example, catching a ball may be difficult, and they may confuse left and right.
Reduced hand-eye coordination can also be a symptom of other, similar neurological conditions, including dyspraxia. People with dyslexia often find it hard to concentrate.
This may be because, after a few minutes of struggling to read or write, they feel mentally exhausted. Also, compared with the general population, a higher number of children with dyslexia also have attention deficit hyperactivity disorder ADHD.
A person with dyslexia may express ideas in a sequence that, to their peers, seems illogical or unconnected. People with dyslexia are more likely to develop autoimmune conditions, such as seasonal allergies , asthma , and eczema. Dyslexia affects each person differently, and most people find ways to accommodate their learning differences and thrive. Receiving a diagnosis and support early in life can have long-term benefits. Managing dyslexia in children may involve:. It can also help to adapt any working or learning space.
Find some homework station ideas here. The Yale Center for Dyslexia and Creativity offers tips for studying with dyslexia.
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