Q: What is Dyslexia?
A: Dyslexia is a learning disability characterized by problems in oral or written language. Problems may emerge in reading, spelling, writing, speaking, listening, or mathematics.
A person with dyslexia has problems translating language to thought (listening or reading) or thought into language (writing or speaking). Dyslexia is not the result of low intelligence; it is gap between aptitude and achievement in school. The problem is not behavioural, psychological, motivational, or social.
Dyslexia is not a disease; it has no cure. Dyslexia describes a different kind of mind that learns differently. Dyslexics often show special talent in areas that require visual, spatial, and motor integration. Many dyslexics are creative and have talent in areas such as art, athletics, architecture, graphics, electronics, mechanics, drama, music or engineering.
Ref: International Dyslexia Association.
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