Dyslexia is a common learning difference that mainly affects an individual's reading and language processing. It does not reflect intelligence. It relates to the way the brain processes written and spoken language differently. The most widely recognised cognitive difference is a difficulty with phonological processing.

It can have a profound impact on an individual's day to day life; within their education and beyond. 

Key features:

• Difficulty with reading, spelling and writing.
• Trouble recognising words or sounding them out.
• Possible slower reading speed.
• Mixing up letters or word order.
• Guessing words instead of sounding them out. 
• Can affect areas such as coordination, organisation and memory.

Important things to know:

• It’s lifelong, but individuals can learn strategies to help manage it.
• An understanding of how an individual's brain works, allows for these strategies to be tailored. 
• Early support = a confidence boost for individuals. 
• Dyslexia often occurs alongside other neurodiverse conditions.