Truth About Dyslexia - Help For Adults

How to explain Dyslexia (the easy way) with Andrée Kenny


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In this episode, Stephen and Andrea discuss how to explain dyslexia to others. They share personal stories and analogies to help people understand the challenges and strengths of dyslexia. They emphasize the importance of early diagnosis and finding tools and strategies that work for individuals with dyslexia. They also discuss the comorbidity of dyslexia with other conditions like ADHD and dyspraxia. The key takeaway is that dyslexia is not a disability, but a different way of thinking and processing information.



Takeaways

  • Dyslexia is a different way of thinking and processing information, not a disability.
  • Early diagnosis is crucial for providing support and finding strategies that work for individuals with dyslexia.
  • Dyslexia is often comorbid with other conditions like ADHD and dyspraxia.
  • Explaining dyslexia to others can be challenging, but using analogies and personal stories can help them understand.
  • It is important to communicate your needs and ask for support from family, friends, and colleagues.


  • Keywords

    dyslexia, explain, challenges, strengths, diagnosis, tools, strategies, comorbidity, ADHD, dyspraxia, different way of thinking, adults with dyslexia, support for adults.



    Find out more about Andrée Kenny and her work with ADHD & Dyslexia at https://andreekenny.com



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