What is Dyslexia?

Dyslexia is a condition that affects approximately 10% of the population. It is a neurological processing difference that affects individuals in a variety of ways, the most common effects being short-term memory problems, organisational difficulties and problems acquiring effective literacy skills. Dyslexia is unrelated to intelligence levels, however, as many dyslexics experience difficulties in developing literary skills and have had previously negative experiences of education, dyslexics often feel excluded from education and employment. Therefore, dyslexia can have serious consequences both economically and socially.

Dyslexia frequently goes undiagnosed and obtaining a diagnosis and accessing services is a very costly process that few can afford. Although there is no cure for dyslexia, it is a difficulty that can be overcome with specialist teaching and by developing effective strategies for learning.