Learning Profile: Dyslexia

What is Dyslexia?

A learning disorder that affects reading, spelling, and writing skills. It is not linked to intelligence but impacts how the brain processes written language. With the right strategies and support, individuals with dyslexia can thrive academically and beyond.

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INDENTIFICATION

Common Characteristics & Warning Signs

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DAILY IMPACT BY ENVIRONMENT

What Does It Look Like?

At Home

Delayed speech
Chronic ear infections
Difficulty rhyming
Might not enjoy reading books or is easily frustrated when having to read
Challenges with following multi-step instructions
Struggling to complete homework
Difficulty keeping track of belongings
Mixing up speech sounds (pisghetti for spaghetti)
Difficulty memorizing phone number, address, alphabet, multiplication table

At School

Lacking reading fluency – reading is slow, inaccurate, and effortful
Reading comprehension challenges – learners struggle to understand what they read because of the heavy focus on decoding words
Poor spelling, even with common words; will often rely on phonetic spelling (e.g. hrbr)
Poor handwriting, letter reversals (especially tricky letters like b, d, p, q)
Difficulties with organizing their ideas/thoughts
Resistant to reading out loud in class

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DEMOGRAPHICS

Who It Affects

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CO-OCCURING CONDITIONS

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