News & Views from Davis Dyslexia Association International
Explaining dyslexia is often done by focusing only on the dyslexic person. But understanding the role of the social environment is important because it makes us realize that we are not the problem.
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When something is backed by science, it implies “proof“. There are various ways this is done but in the areas of social science, evidence-based methods are used .and hence the term “Science of Reading” has emerged.
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Perfectionism and dyslexia are connected. Perfectionism seems to develop during childhood when acceptance, approval, and affection are lacking.
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What happens when a child cannot learn to read through phonics? Educational researchers call those children nonresponders or treatment-resisters. But is the problem with the child or with the teaching method?
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This video explores the unique characteristics of dyslexic brains. It highlights research findingsabout cognitive strengths like visuo-spatial processing, narrative memory, problem-solving, and reasoning.
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If you have ADHD or dyslexia, you may be familiar with the struggle. Procrastination seems to be common in neurodiverse
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Parents seeking help for their dyslexic kids usually have one question uppermost in their minds: will it work?
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Recent research utilizing a new, objective measure shows a strong link between mental imagery abilties and reading comprehension among adults.
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Researchers know that dyslexics learn to read differently, but schools continue to focus on children’s weaknesses rather than their strengths.
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A close look at six symptoms of ADHD and how they overlap with dyslexia. Do they share the same cause?
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I am pretty sure that Ron Davis was the first person to call dyslexia a gift, when he published his book The Gift of Dyslexia in 1994. Nowadays, many people talk about dyslexia’s gifts, but what is it?
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Researchers working with children found that we dyslexics seem to be highly sensitive and attuned to our social environment. This can be a strength, a benefit of having dyslexia; however, this might also be the reason why we are more prone to feelings of anxiety or sadness.
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One More Thing to Try
Frustration. Irritation. Tears. And not just your child’s. Learning difficulties affect the whole family– especially the dedicated parents who are trying so hard to help.
Dyslexia’s Ongoing Impact in Adulthood
Explaining dyslexia is often done by focusing only on the dyslexic person. But understanding the role of the social environment is important because it makes us realize that we are not the problem.
Constructive Feedback
Receiving comments, advice, pointers and feedback is an immensely important part of human learning and development.
Sam’s Davis Program
Sam is nearly thirteen, and despite having been in an intensive, structured literacy programme twice a week for over six years, he only had 10-15 sight words. I was desperate and couldn’t think how to help him.
The “Science of Reading” and Davis Methods
When something is backed by science, it implies “proof“. There are various ways this is done but in the areas of social science, evidence-based methods are used .and hence the term “Science of Reading” has emerged.
