Signs of Dyslexia
Updated: Jun 30
For someone with dyslexia, you may notice a mix of challenges and strengths that shape how you learn, think, and express yourself:
You might find written information takes longer to process, especially when reading under pressure or decoding unfamiliar words.
You may notice spelling feels inconsistent, even when you know the word well in your head.
You could find holding information in your mind while working through a task (like instructions or calculations) can feel like juggling too many pieces at once.
You might experience difficulties organising written ideas in a clear sequence, such as an email address, even when your thinking is strong and detailed.
You may sometimes struggle to retrieve words quickly, especially in fast-paced conversations or timed situations.
At the same time:
You may see patterns and connections quickly that others miss at first glance.
You might think in creative, visual or big-picture ways, rather than step-by-step.
You could be a strong problem-solver, especially when tasks are practical or real-world based.
You may develop resilience and adaptability, finding your own effective ways to get things done.
You might express insight, ideas or reasoning far more fluently verbally than on paper.
You may have excellent interpersonal and leadership skills.
The way these strengths and differences combine is individual to you, and with the right strategies, the difficult parts can become more manageable while your strengths are better recognised and used.
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