Dyslexia is a specific learning difference that is a neurodevelopmental condition. It is characterised by difficulties with accurate and/or fluent word recognition and by poor spelling and processing. Other considerations may include problems in reading comprehension and reduced reading experience. It is often referred to as a Specific Learning Difference or a SpLD, it is more commonly identified in childhood as it becomes evident during education. Dyslexia commonly co-occurs with conditions like ADHD so it’s important to look at the whole person when Dyslexia is identified.
Characteristics of Dyslexia
Difficulty in Phonological Processing:
- Struggling with identifying and manipulating sounds in words.
- Difficulty in connecting sounds to letters (phonemic awareness).
Reading Difficulties:
- Slow and reading requires a lot of effort.
- Frequent errors when reading words and in-particular words that are unfamiliar.
Spelling Challenges:
- Poor spelling due to difficulty in remembering letter patterns and word structures.
Problems with Processing Information:
- Trouble sounding out words and recognising familiar words quickly and effortlessly.
Impact on Other Skills:
- Often leads to issues in reading comprehension due to slow reading pace and difficulty in word recognition.
- May also affect writing skills due to spelling difficulties and problems organising thoughts on paper.
What Causes Dyslexia?
Dyslexia is believed to be related to genetic factors and differences in the way the brain processes language. It is not caused by vision problems, lack of intelligence, or poor teaching methods.
Dyslexia Diagnosis Process
How do you get diagnosed with Dyslexia?
Typically involves a series of assessments by educational psychologists, including tests of reading, spelling, and language skills, as well as evaluations of cognitive processing abilities. If you are considering an assessment for Dyslexia, get in touch with Creased Puddle as we can help.
Training to Understand Dyslexia
Creased Puddle provide comprehensive training on how to support individuals who are Dyslexic. We also train organisations to ensure they can support their staff by ensuring reasonable adjustments are understood and implemented within the workplace.
Coaching for Dyslexia
Our experienced coaches can provide coaching to develop strategies to help support Dyslexia. Dyslexia can cause difficulty with confidence, coaching will enable an individual to develop strategies to improve this.
Support for Dyslexia
Are you looking for guidance on Dyslexia or seeking support? Creased Puddle can help, send us an enquiry below and we will respond as soon as possible.
Support for Dyslexia
- Assistive Technology: Tools like text-to-speech software, audiobooks, and word processors with spell-checking features.
- Accommodations in Education: Extended time on tests, alternative assessments, and individualised education plans (IEPs) to support learning.
- Workplace Assessments: Creased Puddle can assist with a workplace assessment for Dyslexia to ensure that a person with Dyslexia is provided with the correct adjustments to support them.
